Unemployment rate in Laos

Unemployment rate

1.2%

World rank

of 186

Percentile

96%

lower is better

Data quality

Measured

Year: 2025

Share of the labor force without work but seeking employment.

Source: World Bank Open Data · source data.

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FAQ

What is the unemployment rate in Laos?

Laos has a unemployment rate of 1.2% % (2025). Share of the labor force without work but seeking employment.

How does Laos rank for unemployment rate?

Laos ranks #8 of 186 countries for unemployment rate (lower is better).