Poland Youth Unemployment
Youth unemployment (ages 15-24) SL.UEM.1524.ZS
Poland's youth unemployment was 10.70% in 2025, ranked 77th globally. This represents a 0.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Poland's youth unemployment stood at 10.70% in 2025, a rise of +0.04pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 10.34% by 2026. Poland ranked 77th globally.
Poland's youth unemployment rate has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past three and a half decades. At its all-time peak in 2002, the rate reached 43.32%, a stark contrast to the 9.84% observed in 2019, the year marking the lowest level of youth unemployment in Poland. The most recent data from 2025 indicates a moderate increase to 10.70%, positioning Poland at the 77th spot globally. In comparison, Ireland, a peer country, reported a youth unemployment rate of 10.49% in the same year. The trajectory of Poland's youth unemployment rate over the years reflects the country's economic growth and labor market conditions. The recent moderate increase may be attributed to various factors including global economic trends and domestic policies. A continued decline in youth unemployment would require sustained economic growth and targeted policies aimed at addressing the skills gap and promoting job creation, particularly in the sectors experiencing labor shortages.
Data & projection
| Year | Youth Unemployment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 9.92% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 10.13% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 10.34% | - | - |
| 2025 | 10.70% | +0.04pp | #77 |
| 2024 | 10.66% | −0.51pp | #76 |
| 2023 | 11.18% | +0.62pp | #82 |
| 2022 | 10.56% | −1.26pp | #76 |
| 2021 | 11.82% | +0.98pp | #73 |
| 2020 | 10.84% | +1.00pp | #57 |
| 2019 | 9.84% | −1.85pp | #69 |
| 2018 | 11.69% | −3.08pp | #86 |
| 2017 | 14.76% | −2.83pp | #101 |
| 2016 | 17.59% | −3.09pp | #111 |
| 2015 | 20.69% | −3.05pp | #125 |
| 2014 | 23.73% | −3.44pp | #132 |
| 2013 | 27.17% | +0.85pp | #146 |
| 2012 | 26.32% | +0.80pp | #140 |
| 2011 | 25.52% | +1.95pp | #145 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Poland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw youth unemployment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Poland's youth unemployment was 10.70% in 2025. Ranked 77th globally. This represents a 0.3% increase from the previous year.
Poland's youth unemployment peaked at 43.32% in 2002.
The lowest youth unemployment in Poland was 9.84% in 2019.
Poland ranks 77th globally in youth unemployment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.UEM.1524.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Poland's youth unemployment is projected to reach 10.34% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The youth unemployment of Poland in 2025 was 10.70%. This ranks 77th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_poland_youth-unemployment,
title = {Poland Youth Unemployment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/poland/youth-unemployment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}