Netherlands Unemployment Rate — 2026 Data, Trend & Forecast
The Netherlands' unemployment rate was 4.00% in August 2026, little changed from 4.00% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 3.90%.
The Netherlands' unemployment rate stands at 4.00% as of August 2026. Over the latest readings, the unemployment rate has moved within a band of 3.20% to 7.89%. The most recent figure of 4.00% is little changed from 4.00% a month earlier, and is 0.10% higher than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 227 economies tracked on this platform, Netherlands ranks #150 on unemployment rate by latest value. It was little changed from 4.00% in the previous month, and compares with a year-earlier 3.90%.
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 |
|---|---|
| Aug 2026 | 4.00% |
| Jul 2026 | 4.00% |
| Jun 2026 | 3.80% |
| May 2026 | 3.90% |
| Apr 2026 | 3.90% |
| Mar 2026 | 4.03% |
| Feb 2026 | 4.10% |
| Jan 2026 | 4.00% |
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 the Netherlands in 2026?
The Netherlands' unemployment rate was 4.00% in August 2026, little changed from 4.00% the previous month. A year earlier it stood at 3.90%.
Is the unemployment rate rising or falling in the Netherlands?
It was little changed in the latest reading — 4.00% in August 2026 versus 4.00% 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.