Indonesia Youth Unemployment
Youth unemployment (ages 15-24) SL.UEM.1524.ZS
Indonesia's youth unemployment was 12.98% in 2025, ranked 91st globally. This represents a 0.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Indonesia's youth unemployment stood at 12.98% in 2025, a decline of +0.10pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 12.60% by 2026. Indonesia ranked 91st globally.
Indonesia's youth unemployment rate has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past three and a half decades. Notably, the all-time peak of 26.30% in 2005 was a stark contrast to the all-time trough of 7.84% in 1991, reflecting the nation's economic resilience in the face of global challenges. Since 1991, the unemployment rate has seen a general upward trend, with the latest figure standing at 12.98%, ranking 91 globally. Interestingly, this rate is comparable to that of Latvia, which also struggles with youth unemployment, albeit Latvia's rate has slightly decreased. Conversely, countries like Samoa, with a similar unemployment rate, may provide valuable lessons for Indonesia in addressing this pressing issue. As Indonesia continues to grapple with the challenges of a rapidly growing youth population, a sustained commitment to vocational training and education could help alter the trajectory of its youth unemployment rate.
Data & projection
| Year | Youth Unemployment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 12.07% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 12.33% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 12.60% | - | - |
| 2025 | 12.98% | −0.10pp | #91 |
| 2024 | 13.08% | +0.06pp | #92 |
| 2023 | 13.02% | −1.04pp | #95 |
| 2022 | 14.05% | +0.25pp | #98 |
| 2021 | 13.80% | −0.97pp | #88 |
| 2020 | 14.77% | +1.20pp | #87 |
| 2019 | 13.58% | −2.79pp | #99 |
| 2018 | 16.37% | +1.82pp | #111 |
| 2017 | 14.55% | −1.44pp | #99 |
| 2016 | 16.00% | −1.23pp | #103 |
| 2015 | 17.22% | +1.25pp | #109 |
| 2014 | 15.98% | +0.00pp | #101 |
| 2013 | 15.98% | +0.30pp | #96 |
| 2012 | 15.67% | −2.72pp | #93 |
| 2011 | 18.39% | +0.70pp | #112 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Indonesia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw youth unemployment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Indonesia's youth unemployment was 12.98% in 2025. Ranked 91st globally. This represents a 0.7% decrease from the previous year.
Indonesia's youth unemployment peaked at 26.30% in 2005.
The lowest youth unemployment in Indonesia was 7.84% in 1991.
Indonesia ranks 91st globally in youth unemployment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.UEM.1524.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Indonesia's youth unemployment is projected to reach 12.60% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The youth unemployment of Indonesia in 2025 was 12.98%. This ranks 91st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_indonesia_youth-unemployment,
title = {Indonesia Youth Unemployment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/indonesia/youth-unemployment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}