Unemployment rate in Ireland, August 2026: 5%
Unemployment rate in Ireland was 5% in August 2026, according to Eurostat (European Commission).
- Previous month (July 2026): 5% (unchanged).
- A newer figure is available: 5% in September 2026.
Latest figure and full history
Other countries in August 2026
| Country | Value |
|---|---|
| Spain | 10.2% |
| Finland | 9.9% |
| Sweden | 8.9% |
| France | 8.3% |
| Austria | 6.7% |
| Canada | 6.4% |
| Italy | 6.2% |
| Belgium | 5.9% |
| Denmark | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 5% |
| Australia | 4.65% |
| Norway | 4.6% |
| U.S. | 4.1% |
| Germany | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | 4% |
| Japan | 2.5% |
| South Korea | 2% |
Other months
Source
Source: Eurostat, accessed 2026-08 — Eurostat (European Commission)