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St. Vincent and the Grenadines Youth Unemployment

Youth unemployment (ages 15-24)  SL.UEM.1524.ZS

41.95% +0.10pp (+0.2%)
Year 2025 Rank #176 Global Peak 47.71% (2020) Source World Bank

St. Vincent and the Grenadines Youth Unemployment (1991–2025)

Overview

St. Vincent and the Grenadines's youth unemployment stood at 41.95% in 2025, a rise of +0.10pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 40.13% by 2026. St. Vincent and the Grenadines ranked 176th globally.

Data & projection

Year Youth Unemployment YoY change Rank
2028* trend 38.07% - -
2027* trend 39.10% - -
2026* trend 40.13% - -
2025 41.95% +0.10pp #176
2024 41.85% −0.48pp #176
2023 42.33% −1.66pp #178
2022 44.00% −2.05pp #181
2021 46.04% −1.67pp #182
2020 47.71% +4.12pp #181
2019 43.59% +0.85pp #182
2018 42.74% +0.35pp #181
2017 42.39% +0.30pp #177
2016 42.09% +0.06pp #176
2015 42.03% +0.02pp #175
2014 42.01% −0.02pp #174
2013 42.02% −0.61pp #175
2012 42.63% −0.11pp #176
2011 42.74% +0.31pp #177
Show all years (1991-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Stagflation Risk
GDP growth below 2% combined with inflation above 8% and rising unemployment. The worst macro combination for policymakers.
Inflation 10.1% GDP growth 0.4% Unemployment 18.8%
Occurred 307 times, 117 successful
Inflation
26.9%
GDP growth
-4.2%
Unemployment
14.6%
Inflation
185.7%
GDP growth
-14.0%
Unemployment
60.8%
Inflation
14.4%
GDP growth
1.1%
Unemployment
9.1%
Inflation
33.9%
GDP growth
-1.5%
Unemployment
17.0%
Inflation
736.1%
GDP growth
1.7%
Unemployment
9.4%
Inflation
13.6%
GDP growth
1.3%
Unemployment
14.1%

Analysis

St. Vincent and the Grenadines matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2008. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw youth unemployment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Vincent and the Grenadines's youth unemployment?

St. Vincent and the Grenadines's youth unemployment was 41.95% in 2025. Ranked 176th globally. This represents a 0.2% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest youth unemployment in St. Vincent and the Grenadines?

St. Vincent and the Grenadines's youth unemployment peaked at 47.71% in 2020.

What was the lowest youth unemployment in St. Vincent and the Grenadines?

The lowest youth unemployment in St. Vincent and the Grenadines was 36.05% in 1992.

How does St. Vincent and the Grenadines rank in youth unemployment?

St. Vincent and the Grenadines ranks 176th globally in youth unemployment as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for youth unemployment?

The World Bank indicator code is SL.UEM.1524.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected youth unemployment of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in 2026?

St. Vincent and the Grenadines's youth unemployment is projected to reach 40.13% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the youth unemployment of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in 2025?

The youth unemployment of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in 2025 was 41.95%. This ranks 176th in the world.

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