Thailand Unemployment Rate
1.0%▲ +0.06 pt
May 2026 · Monthly
Thailand's unemployment rate rose to 1.01% in May 2026 from 0.95% in the prior month. The rate remains well below the all-time high of 5.7% recorded in January 2001 and above the series low of 0.39% from November 2012. The series dates back to January 2001.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0% | 0.9% | 5.7%Jan 2001 | 0.4%Nov 2012 | 2001 – 2026 | Monthly |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 71.6M | 71.7M | 71.7M | 26.9M | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| GDP Growth Rate | 1.9% | 2.8% | 15.3% | -12.1% | Jun 2026 | Quarterly |
About this series
Unemployment Rate in Thailand averaged 1.3% from 2001 until 2026, reaching an all-time high of 5.7% in Jan 2001 and a record low of 0.4% in Nov 2012. The series is reported monthly with history from 2001.
The unemployment rate measures the share of the labor force that is without work but available for and seeking employment. It is reported as a percentage of the labor force. Data are compiled monthly. The series spans from January 2001 to present.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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