Colombia Unemployment Rate — 2026 Data, Trend & Forecast
Colombia's unemployment rate was 8.11% in July 2026, down from 8.35% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 8.84%.
Colombia's unemployment rate stands at 8.11% as of July 2026. The unemployment rate currently sits at 8.11% (down from 8.35% in the prior month). Across the tracked window it has ranged between 8.02% and 20.67%, and is 0.74% lower than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 226 economies tracked on this platform, Colombia ranks #69 on unemployment rate by latest value. It fell from 8.35% in the previous month, and compares with a year-earlier 8.84%.
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 |
|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | 8.11% |
| Jun 2026 | 8.35% |
| May 2026 | 8.02% |
| Apr 2026 | 8.73% |
| Mar 2026 | 8.56% |
| Feb 2026 | 8.36% |
| Jan 2026 | 8.78% |
| Dec 2025 | 8.55% |
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 Colombia in 2026?
Colombia's unemployment rate was 8.11% in July 2026, down from 8.35% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 8.84%.
Is the unemployment rate rising or falling in Colombia?
It fell in the latest reading — 8.11% in July 2026 versus 8.35% a month earlier. Year on year it is lower.
What is unemployment rate?
It measures the share of the labour force that is without work but actively seeking a job.