FX.co ★ Colombia Jobless Rate at 8.2% in October

In October 2025, Colombia experienced a decline in its unemployment rate, which dropped to 8.2%, a notable decrease from the 9.1% rate recorded in the same month the previous year. This level marks the lowest unemployment figure since November 2024. The jobless rate for men was at 6.2%, while for women, it was higher at 10.9%. Relative to October 2024, the number of unemployed individuals decreased by 174,000, whereas the employed population surged by 977,000, reflecting a 4.2% increase. The sectors with the most significant employment growth included agriculture, livestock, hunting, forestry, and fishing, which added 347,000 jobs; accommodation and food services, which gained 279,000 jobs; and transportation and storage, which saw an increase of 231,000 jobs. Over the August to October period, the unemployment rate averaged 8.3%.