Cyprus Youth Unemployment
Youth unemployment (ages 15-24) SL.UEM.1524.ZS
Cyprus's youth unemployment was 12.71% in 2025, ranked 89th globally. This represents a 1.2% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Cyprus's youth unemployment stood at 12.71% in 2025, a decline of +0.15pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 11.10% by 2026. Cyprus ranked 89th globally.
Cyprus has experienced significant fluctuations in youth unemployment rates over the past 35 years, with the all-time peak of 38.08% occurring in 2013, amidst the European sovereign-debt crisis. The rate had previously reached an all-time trough of 4.55% in 1992. At 12.71%, the youth unemployment rate in 2025 ranks 89th globally, a marked improvement from the peak period but still above the trough level. Compared to peer countries, Cyprus's rate is relatively close to that of the Dominican Republic, which had a rate of 12.31% in 2025. The rate has been trending downward since the peak, but it is uncertain whether the current rate will continue to decline, potentially influenced by the country's ongoing efforts to develop its economy and attract foreign investment, which could positively impact youth employment prospects.
Data & projection
| Year | Youth Unemployment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 8.14% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 9.62% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 11.10% | - | - |
| 2025 | 12.71% | −0.15pp | #89 |
| 2024 | 12.86% | −3.36pp | #89 |
| 2023 | 16.22% | −2.49pp | #115 |
| 2022 | 18.71% | +1.53pp | #126 |
| 2021 | 17.17% | −1.32pp | #112 |
| 2020 | 18.49% | +1.64pp | #111 |
| 2019 | 16.86% | −3.80pp | #115 |
| 2018 | 20.65% | −4.36pp | #130 |
| 2017 | 25.01% | −3.89pp | #143 |
| 2016 | 28.90% | −3.64pp | #152 |
| 2015 | 32.54% | −2.98pp | #156 |
| 2014 | 35.52% | −2.57pp | #161 |
| 2013 | 38.08% | +10.84pp | #168 |
| 2012 | 27.24% | +6.09pp | #143 |
| 2011 | 21.16% | +5.30pp | #122 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cyprus matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1994. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw youth unemployment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cyprus's youth unemployment was 12.71% in 2025. Ranked 89th globally. This represents a 1.2% decrease from the previous year.
Cyprus's youth unemployment peaked at 38.08% in 2013.
The lowest youth unemployment in Cyprus was 4.56% in 1992.
Cyprus ranks 89th globally in youth unemployment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.UEM.1524.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cyprus's youth unemployment is projected to reach 11.10% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The youth unemployment of Cyprus in 2025 was 12.71%. This ranks 89th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_cyprus_youth-unemployment,
title = {Cyprus Youth Unemployment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cyprus/youth-unemployment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}