Chile Unemployment Rate — 2026 Data, Trend & Forecast
Chile's unemployment rate was 9.29% in June 2026, little changed from 9.29% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 8.77%.
Chile's unemployment rate stands at 9.29% as of June 2026. Over the latest readings, the unemployment rate has moved within a band of 6.24% to 12.47%. The most recent figure of 9.29% is little changed from 9.29% a month earlier, and is 0.53% higher than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 226 economies tracked on this platform, Chile ranks #53 on unemployment rate by latest value. It was little changed from 9.29% in the previous month, and compares with a year-earlier 8.77%.
What's driving it
Joblessness tracks the business cycle, labour-force participation and structural shifts in industry, and tends to lag changes in output.
Recent readings
| Period | Unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | 9.29% |
| May 2026 | 9.29% |
| Apr 2026 | 9.27% |
| Mar 2026 | 8.75% |
| Feb 2026 | 8.75% |
| Jan 2026 | 8.54% |
| Dec 2025 | 8.52% |
| Nov 2025 | 8.52% |
Data: Source: OECD (terms permit extract/distribute, incl. commercial, with citation). Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
What Is the Unemployment Rate in Chile in 2026?
Chile's unemployment rate was 9.29% in June 2026, little changed from 9.29% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 8.77%.
Is the unemployment rate rising or falling in Chile?
It was little changed in the latest reading — 9.29% in June 2026 versus 9.29% a month earlier. Year on year it is higher.
What is unemployment rate?
It measures the share of the labour force that is without work but actively seeking a job.