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Indonesia vs Switzerland Unemployment
Switzerland moved above Indonesia in 1993. In 1991 Indonesia stood at roughly 144% of Switzerland’s Unemployment; today the figure is about 66%, and the pair was closest in 2012 (99%).
| Year | Indonesia | Switzerland | Switzerland as % of Indonesia |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1.82% | 2.62% | 144% |
| 1970 | 1.82% | 2.62% | 144% |
| 1980 | 1.82% | 2.62% | 144% |
| 1990 | 1.82% | 2.62% | 144% |
| 2000 | 2.66% | 6.08% | 229% |
| 2010 | 4.81% | 5.61% | 117% |
| 2020 | 4.82% | 4.26% | 88% |
| 2025 | 4.87% | 3.24% | 66% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Switzerland move above Indonesia in Unemployment?
In 1993. Switzerland’s published Unemployment rose above Indonesia’s that year.
How do Indonesia and Switzerland compare today?
Switzerland is ahead: 4.87% against 3.24% — the trailing economy stands at about 66% 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: