Lowest Unemployment in Mauritania

Top 58 cities ranked by lowest unemployment

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All Countries · Mauritania

Lowest Unemployment — Mauritania

1 Ayoun El Atrous 02 10.3%

2 Maghama 04 10.3%

3 Bouly 10 10.3%

4 Magṭa‘ Laḥjar 05 10.3%

5 Elghabra 03 10.3%

6 Ṭinṭâne 02 10.3%

7 Akjoujt 12 10.3%

8 Rosso 06 10.3%

9 Tembedgha 01 10.3%

10 Aleg 05 10.3%

11 Bogué 05 10.3%

12 Tékane 06 10.3%

13 El ’Ayoûn 03 10.3%

14 Boutilimitt 06 10.3%

15 Guerou 03 10.3%

16 Tidjikja 09 10.3%

17 Atar 07 10.3%

18 Sélibaby 10 10.3%

19 Bougadoum 01 10.3%

20 Tevragh Zeina 13 10.3%

21 Zouérat 11 10.3%

22 Kaédi 04 10.3%

23 Ksar 13 10.3%

24 Mbera 01 10.3%

25 Néma 01 10.3%

26 Dar Naim 14 10.3%

27 Kiffa 03 10.3%

28 Nouadhibou 08 10.3%

29 Nouakchott 10.3%

30 Bouhdida 05 10.3%

31 Ouad Naga 06 10.3%

32 Amourj 01 10.3%

33 Diogountourou 10 10.3%

34 Diaguily 10 10.3%

35 Mboutt 04 10.3%

36 Mederdra 06 10.3%

37 Bouanzé 10 10.3%

38 Hassi Chegar 10 10.3%

39 El Ghayra 09 10.3%

40 Bousteila 01 10.3%

41 Djowol 04 10.3%

42 Wali Djantang 04 10.3%

43 Kankossa 03 10.3%

44 Djiguenni 01 10.3%

45 Ould Yenjé 10 10.3%

46 Sagné 04 10.3%

47 Ndiago 06 10.3%

48 Fondé Elimane 05 10.3%

49 Bababé 05 10.3%

50 Kobenni 02 10.3%

51 R'kiz 06 10.3%

52 Vassala 01 10.3%

53 Ganki Un 04 10.3%

54 Bagodine 05 10.3%

55 Lexeiba Un 04 10.3%

56 Oualata 01 10.3%

57 Basseknou 01 10.3%

58 Dar el Barka 05 10.3%

Cities with the lowest unemployment rates in Mauritania represent some of the strongest local job markets. Ayoun El Atrous has an unemployment rate of just 10.3%. These communities benefit from diverse economies, growing industries, or proximity to major employment centers.

Low unemployment often indicates a healthy local economy with strong demand for workers across multiple sectors. These cities tend to attract new residents and businesses, creating a positive economic cycle of growth and opportunity.

While low unemployment is generally positive, extremely tight labor markets can create challenges for businesses trying to hire and may contribute to upward pressure on wages and, consequently, prices for goods and services.

Did You Know?

1. Ayoun El Atrous's unemployment rate of 10.3% means virtually everyone who wants a job has one.
2. Cities with unemployment below 3% are generally considered to be at 'full employment' by economists.
3. Low unemployment can actually create challenges for businesses struggling to find workers to fill open positions.

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