South Korea: Unemployment rate
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| South Korea |
Unemployment rate, percent |
|---|---|
| Latest value | 3 |
| Reference | December 2022 |
| Measure | percent |
| Source | Korean Statistical Information Service |
For that indicator, we provide data for South Korea from June 1999 to December 2022. The average value for South Korea during that period was 3.63 percent with a minimum of 2.1 percent in August 2022 and a maximum of 6.7 percent in June 1999.
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Source: Korean Statistical Information Service
Source: Korean Statistical Information Service
Definition: The unemployment rate represents the share of the labor force that is without work but available for and seeking employment.