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Germany vs Russia Unemployment
Germany moved above Russia in 1995. In 1991 Russia stood at roughly 96% of Germany’s Unemployment; today the figure is about 57%, and the pair was closest in 2023 (100%).
| Year | Germany | Russia | Russia as % of Germany |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 5.32% | 5.11% | 96% |
| 1970 | 5.32% | 5.11% | 96% |
| 1980 | 5.32% | 5.11% | 96% |
| 1990 | 5.32% | 5.11% | 96% |
| 2000 | 7.92% | 10.58% | 134% |
| 2010 | 7.04% | 7.41% | 105% |
| 2020 | 3.88% | 5.62% | 145% |
| 2025 | 3.71% | 2.13% | 57% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Germany move above Russia in Unemployment?
In 1995. Germany’s published Unemployment rose above Russia’s that year.
How do Germany and Russian Federation compare today?
Germany is ahead: 3.71% against 2.13% — the trailing economy stands at about 57% of the leader.
Are these Unemployment figures nominal or adjusted?
The series is a share expressed in % of total labor force, exactly as the World Bank publishes it; movements are percentage points, not percent.
Full series
Every published year for both economies, with charts, downloads and citations: