Chad Youth Unemployment
Youth unemployment (ages 15-24) SL.UEM.1524.ZS
Chad's youth unemployment was 1.46% in 2025, ranked 4th globally. This represents a 0.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Chad's youth unemployment stood at 1.46% in 2025, a rise of +0.01pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 1.23% by 2026. Chad ranked 4th globally.
Chad's youth unemployment rate has exhibited a generally ascending trend over the past 35 years, with fluctuations that indicate a mix of economic and demographic factors at play. The all-time peak of 2.02% in 2021 stands in stark contrast to the all-time trough of 0.93% in 1992, implying a significant shift in the country's labor market dynamics. Notably, Chad's latest youth unemployment rate of 1.46% in 2025 is lower than that of its peer country Burundi, which has a rate of 1.68%. This positioning marks a notable improvement in Chad's economic prospects, particularly in comparison to its 35-year high. However, sustained economic growth and targeted employment initiatives will be crucial to preventing a resurgence in youth unemployment and cementing Chad's position among its peer countries. A significant decline in global oil prices, which have historically had a substantial impact on Chad's economy, could potentially alter the trajectory of this trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Youth Unemployment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 1.00% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 1.12% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 1.23% | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.46% | +0.01pp | #4 |
| 2024 | 1.45% | +0.00pp | #4 |
| 2023 | 1.45% | −0.01pp | #4 |
| 2022 | 1.46% | −0.56pp | #4 |
| 2021 | 2.02% | +0.14pp | #7 |
| 2020 | 1.88% | +0.38pp | #6 |
| 2019 | 1.49% | −0.02pp | #6 |
| 2018 | 1.51% | +0.02pp | #5 |
| 2017 | 1.49% | +0.03pp | #5 |
| 2016 | 1.46% | +0.04pp | #5 |
| 2015 | 1.43% | +0.04pp | #5 |
| 2014 | 1.39% | +0.03pp | #5 |
| 2013 | 1.36% | +0.05pp | #5 |
| 2012 | 1.31% | −0.01pp | #3 |
| 2011 | 1.32% | +0.02pp | #4 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Chad matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw youth unemployment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Chad's youth unemployment was 1.46% in 2025. Ranked 4th globally. This represents a 0.3% increase from the previous year.
Chad's youth unemployment peaked at 2.02% in 2021.
The lowest youth unemployment in Chad was 0.93% in 1992.
Chad ranks 4th globally in youth unemployment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.UEM.1524.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Chad's youth unemployment is projected to reach 1.23% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The youth unemployment of Chad in 2025 was 1.46%. This ranks 4th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_chad_youth-unemployment,
title = {Chad Youth Unemployment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/chad/youth-unemployment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}