Country comparison
Latest data: Spain — 10.1 %, Sweden — 8.9 % (as of June 2026). Spain is higher by 1.2 pp.

Units: % of the labour force.
| Date | Spain | Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| July 2025 | 10.6 | 8.9 |
| August 2025 | 10.5 | 8.8 |
| September 2025 | 10.4 | 8.7 |
| October 2025 | 10.2 | 9.3 |
| November 2025 | 10.1 | 9 |
| December 2025 | 10.2 | 8.8 |
| January 2026 | 10.3 | 8.1 |
| February 2026 | 10.3 | 8.4 |
| March 2026 | 10.3 | 9.3 |
| April 2026 | 10.2 | 8.5 |
| May 2026 | 10.2 | 8.8 |
| June 2026 | 10.1 | 8.9 |
Interactive comparison of the two series with period and mode controls — on the comparison page. Country profiles: Spain, Sweden.
Latest published value in each calendar year
Data as of June 2026
Source: Eurostat.
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