Iceland - Unemployment Rate 1984
1.25%
+0.23pp from 1983
Iceland's unemployment rate was 1.25% in 1984, increased +0.23pp from 1.02% in 1983. This was the 3rd highest globally.
Global Ranking - 1984▾
| Rank | Country | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Hungary | 0.12% | -32.4% |
| 2nd | Switzerland | 1.14% | 33.9% |
| 3rd | Iceland | 1.25% | 22.7% |
| 4th | Indonesia | 1.62% | - |
| 5th | Luxembourg | 1.75% | 8.2% |
| 6th | Japan | 2.71% | 1.9% |
| 7th | Norway | 3.15% | -8.1% |
| 8th | Cyprus | 3.30% | 0.0% |
| 9th | Pakistan | 3.75% | -2.6% |
| 10th | Austria | 3.80% | 2.7% |
| 11th | Korea | 3.85% | -6.5% |
| 12th | Hong Kong SAR, China | 3.88% | -10.9% |
| 13th | Sweden | 4.23% | -11.0% |
| 14th | Albania | 4.41% | 32.2% |
| 15th | Argentina | 5.00% | 0.0% |
| 16th | Costa Rica | 5.36% | -41.9% |
| 17th | Jordan | 5.36% | - |
| 18th | Mexico | 5.60% | -8.2% |
| 19th | Israel | 5.89% | 29.2% |
| 20th | Finland | 5.93% | -3.6% |
| 21st | Singapore | 6.14% | 10.1% |
| 22nd | Honduras | 6.35% | -2.4% |
| 23rd | New Zealand | 7.19% | 15.1% |
| 24th | Paraguay | 7.30% | -12.0% |
| 25th | Türkiye | 7.41% | -1.4% |
| 26th | United States | 7.51% | -21.8% |
| 27th | Italy | 7.83% | 6.3% |
| 28th | Denmark | 7.93% | -5.4% |
| 29th | Germany | 8.06% | -0.5% |
| 30th | Netherlands | 8.09% | -2.0% |
| 31st | Greece | 8.10% | 2.5% |
| 32nd | France | 8.46% | 14.6% |
| 33rd | Peru | 8.90% | -1.1% |
| 34th | Australia | 8.97% | -10.0% |
| 35th | Colombia | 8.99% | 3.4% |
| 36th | Portugal | 10.50% | 32.2% |
| 37th | Belgium | 10.83% | 0.8% |
| 38th | Canada | 11.38% | -5.2% |
| 39th | United Kingdom | 11.75% | 2.4% |
| 40th | Nicaragua | 12.00% | 9.1% |
| 41st | Panama | 12.22% | 5.6% |
| 42nd | Malta | 12.50% | 0.0% |
| 43rd | São Tomé and Principe | 13.62% | 0.0% |
| 44th | South Africa | 13.72% | 9.4% |
| 45th | Uruguay | 14.00% | -3.4% |
| 46th | Algeria | 16.54% | 15.7% |
| 47th | Barbados | 17.04% | 14.0% |
| 48th | Chile | 17.52% | -16.6% |
| 49th | Mauritius | 17.62% | -10.6% |
| 50th | Spain | 19.94% | 15.8% |
| 51st | Sudan | 20.66% | -3.6% |
| 52nd | Puerto Rico (US) | 20.70% | -11.5% |
| 53rd | Cabo Verde | 22.98% | 1.7% |
| 54th | Jamaica | 25.51% | -3.3% |
FAQ
What was Iceland's unemployment rate in 1984?▾
Iceland's unemployment rate in 1984 was 1.25%. This ranked 3rd globally.
How did Iceland's unemployment rate change in 1984?▾
Iceland's unemployment rate increased by 22.7% in 1984 compared to 1983.
Which country had the highest unemployment rate in 1984?▾
Jamaica had the highest unemployment rate in 1984 at 25.51%.
What is the unemployment rate of Iceland in 1984?▾
The unemployment rate of Iceland in 1984 was 1.25%. This ranked 3rd globally.
How does 1984 compare to 1983 for Iceland's unemployment rate?▾
Iceland's unemployment rate went from 1.02% in 1983 to 1.25% in 1984, a 22.7% increase.
HistorySaid - pattern alert
Iceland matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 1984. Historically: 386 occurrences, 278 successful (72%). Outcome 24 months later: 22.1%. View full analysis →
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