Country Comparison
United KingdomvsUnited StatesUnemployment
Share of the labor force that is without work but available for and seeking employment.
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United Kingdom
United States
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United Kingdom | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Latest Value | 4.7% | 4.2% |
| Latest Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| YoY Change | +8.8% | +4.4% |
| Record High | 10.3% (1993) | 9.6% (2010) |
Quick Verdict
The United States has a lower unemployment rate than the United Kingdom, with 4.2 percent of its labor force unemployed compared to 4.75 percent in the UK.