Canada - Unemployment Rate 1982
11.10%
+3.48pp from 1981
Canada's unemployment rate was 11.10% in 1982, increased +3.48pp from 7.62% in 1981. This was the 36th highest globally.
Global Ranking - 1982▾
| Rank | Country | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Hungary | 0.15% | -33.6% |
| 2nd | Switzerland | 0.43% | 125.3% |
| 3rd | Iceland | 0.67% | 83.6% |
| 4th | Luxembourg | 1.33% | 31.0% |
| 5th | Japan | 2.35% | 6.4% |
| 6th | Norway | 2.61% | 30.2% |
| 7th | Cyprus | 2.80% | - |
| 8th | Albania | 2.81% | -33.4% |
| 9th | Austria | 3.10% | 40.9% |
| 10th | Hong Kong SAR, China | 3.52% | -9.7% |
| 11th | Korea | 4.13% | -8.2% |
| 12th | Mexico | 4.20% | 366.7% |
| 13th | Sweden | 4.34% | 27.1% |
| 14th | New Zealand | 4.36% | 11.4% |
| 15th | Argentina | 4.50% | -10.0% |
| 16th | Israel | 5.05% | -1.3% |
| 17th | Greece | 5.80% | 45.0% |
| 18th | Finland | 6.08% | 5.8% |
| 19th | Singapore | 6.28% | 6.0% |
| 20th | Peru | 6.40% | -5.9% |
| 21st | Netherlands | 6.53% | 42.4% |
| 22nd | Honduras | 6.67% | -5.0% |
| 23rd | Germany | 6.73% | 39.4% |
| 24th | Colombia | 7.10% | 8.2% |
| 25th | Australia | 7.18% | 24.2% |
| 26th | Portugal | 7.46% | -10.0% |
| 27th | Denmark | 7.47% | 7.0% |
| 28th | Türkiye | 7.60% | 5.6% |
| 29th | France | 8.07% | 8.5% |
| 30th | Italy | 8.29% | 8.4% |
| 31st | Costa Rica | 9.41% | 7.3% |
| 32nd | United States | 9.71% | 27.5% |
| 33rd | United Kingdom | 10.73% | 11.1% |
| 34th | South Africa | 10.76% | 9.5% |
| 35th | Panama | 10.98% | 19.6% |
| 36th | Canada | 11.10% | 45.7% |
| 37th | Belgium | 11.50% | 15.0% |
| 38th | Nicaragua | 12.40% | 5.1% |
| 39th | São Tomé and Principe | 13.62% | 0.0% |
| 40th | Barbados | 13.65% | 26.9% |
| 41st | Algeria | 15.00% | -2.5% |
| 42nd | Spain | 15.77% | 14.6% |
| 43rd | Chile | 19.81% | 92.5% |
| 44th | Mauritius | 20.56% | - |
| 45th | Sudan | 22.22% | -0.5% |
| 46th | Cabo Verde | 22.23% | 1.7% |
| 47th | Puerto Rico (US) | 22.80% | 15.2% |
| 48th | Jamaica | 27.58% | 6.3% |
FAQ
What was Canada's unemployment rate in 1982?▾
Canada's unemployment rate in 1982 was 11.10%. This ranked 36th globally.
How did Canada's unemployment rate change in 1982?▾
Canada's unemployment rate increased by 45.7% in 1982 compared to 1981.
Which country had the highest unemployment rate in 1982?▾
Jamaica had the highest unemployment rate in 1982 at 27.58%.
What is the unemployment rate of Canada in 1982?▾
The unemployment rate of Canada in 1982 was 11.10%. This ranked 36th globally.
How does 1982 compare to 1981 for Canada's unemployment rate?▾
Canada's unemployment rate went from 7.62% in 1981 to 11.10% in 1982, a 45.7% increase.
HistorySaid - pattern alert
Canada matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 1982. Historically: 307 occurrences, 117 successful (38%). Outcome 24 months later: 4.3%. View full analysis →
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