Faroe Islands: Unemployment rate
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The most recent value is 0.9 percent as of July 2026, no change compared to the previous value of 0.9 percent. Historically, the average for the Faroe Islands from November 2005 to July 2026 is 2.63 percent. The minimum of 0.6 percent was recorded in June 2023, while the maximum of 8.1 percent was reached in February 2011.
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* indicates monthly or quarterly data series
- Measure: percent
- Definition: The unemployment rate represents the share of the labor force that is without work but available for and seeking employment.
- Source: Statistics Faroe Islands
| Recent values | Faroe Islands: Unemployment rate, percent |
|---|---|
| 2026  Jul | 0.9 |
| 2026  Jun | 0.9 |
| 2026  May | 0.9 |
| 2026  Apr | 1 |
| 2026  Mar | 1.1 |
| 2026  Feb | 1 |
| 2026  Jan | 1 |
| 2025  Dec | 1 |
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| Related indicators | Latest | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 0.90 | 7/2026 | percent |