Hungary Youth Unemployment
Youth unemployment (ages 15-24) SL.UEM.1524.ZS
Hungary's youth unemployment was 14.21% in 2025, ranked 102nd globally. This represents a 5.9% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Hungary's youth unemployment stood at 14.21% in 2025, a decline of +0.88pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 14.99% by 2026. Hungary ranked 102nd globally.
Hungary's youth unemployment rate has fluctuated significantly over the past 35 years, with the all-time peak of 28.18% occurring in 2012. This marked a period of economic stagnation in the country, following the global financial crisis. The rate has since declined, reaching an all-time trough of 10.12% in 2018. However, the trend has reversed, and Hungary's youth unemployment rate currently stands at 14.21%, ranking 102 globally. This is comparable to that of peer countries such as New Zealand, which has a rate of 14.36%. The rate has been steadily increasing over the past few years, mirroring a broader trend in the European Union. Maintaining a stable economic environment and investing in education and vocational training programs will be crucial in reversing this trend and reducing Hungary's youth unemployment rate.
Data & projection
| Year | Youth Unemployment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 16.16% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 15.58% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 14.99% | - | - |
| 2025 | 14.21% | −0.88pp | #102 |
| 2024 | 15.09% | +2.31pp | #106 |
| 2023 | 12.78% | +2.24pp | #92 |
| 2022 | 10.54% | −3.01pp | #75 |
| 2021 | 13.55% | +0.67pp | #86 |
| 2020 | 12.88% | +1.41pp | #76 |
| 2019 | 11.47% | +1.36pp | #85 |
| 2018 | 10.12% | −0.58pp | #73 |
| 2017 | 10.70% | −2.22pp | #75 |
| 2016 | 12.92% | −4.35pp | #87 |
| 2015 | 17.27% | −3.11pp | #110 |
| 2014 | 20.38% | −6.17pp | #123 |
| 2013 | 26.55% | −1.64pp | #141 |
| 2012 | 28.19% | +2.23pp | #146 |
| 2011 | 25.96% | −0.43pp | #146 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Hungary matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw youth unemployment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Hungary's youth unemployment was 14.21% in 2025. Ranked 102nd globally. This represents a 5.9% decrease from the previous year.
Hungary's youth unemployment peaked at 28.19% in 2012.
The lowest youth unemployment in Hungary was 10.12% in 2018.
Hungary ranks 102nd globally in youth unemployment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.UEM.1524.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Hungary's youth unemployment is projected to reach 14.99% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The youth unemployment of Hungary in 2025 was 14.21%. This ranks 102nd in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Hungary Youth Unemployment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/hungary/youth-unemployment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}