Jordan Unemployment Rate

Jordan's unemployment rate held steady at 21.3% in the second quarter of 2025, matching the first quarter's rate. This persistent high unemployment is due to macroeconomic issues like fiscal and current account deficits that limit private sector growth and job creation. Weak private sector performance and low aggregate demand also contribute to this ongoing problem. Economic growth must increase and the export-oriented private sector needs strengthening to create more jobs. Jordan's record low unemployment rate was 13.6% in Q4 2015 and record high was 25% in Q1 2021.