Lowest Unemployment in North Macedonia

Top 70 cities ranked by lowest unemployment

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Lowest Unemployment — North Macedonia

1 Šuto Orizare F6 12.3%

2 Strumica E7 12.3%

3 Kičevo 43 12.3%

4 Lipkovo 59 12.3%

5 Zelino C3 12.3%

6 Saraj F6 12.3%

7 Radovis 84 12.3%

8 Tearce A5 12.3%

9 Kriva Palanka 52 12.3%

10 Kochani 46 12.3%

11 Gevgelija 33 12.3%

12 Negotino 69 12.3%

13 Studeničani A2 12.3%

14 Vinica B4 12.3%

15 Debar D2 12.3%

16 Negotino B7 12.3%

17 Delcevo 22 12.3%

18 Resen 86 12.3%

19 Gostivar D4 12.3%

20 Skopje F6 12.3%

21 Kumanovo D7 12.3%

22 Prilep E3 12.3%

23 Bitola 06 12.3%

24 Čair F6 12.3%

25 Tetovo E8 12.3%

26 Kisela Voda F6 12.3%

27 Veles F1 12.3%

28 Ilinden 36 12.3%

29 Shtip 98 12.3%

30 Centar Župa 18 12.3%

31 Ohrid E2 12.3%

32 Gjorče Petro F6 12.3%

33 Kavadarci D6 12.3%

34 Struga E6 12.3%

35 Butel F6 12.3%

36 Delogožda E6 12.3%

37 Sopište 92 12.3%

38 Rostusa E4 12.3%

39 Radishani F6 12.3%

40 Labunista E6 12.3%

41 Vrapčište B7 12.3%

42 Chucher-Sandevo 20 12.3%

43 Velesta E6 12.3%

44 Bogdanci 08 12.3%

45 Dolna Banjica D4 12.3%

46 Петровец 79 12.3%

47 Šipkovica E8 12.3%

48 Džepčište E8 12.3%

49 Makedonska Kamenica 62 12.3%

50 Jegunovce D5 12.3%

51 Vrutok D4 12.3%

52 Krivogashtani 53 12.3%

53 Makedonski Brod D8 12.3%

54 Bosilovo 11 12.3%

55 Brvenica 12 12.3%

56 Kamenjane C7 12.3%

57 Bogovinje C7 12.3%

58 Berovo 04 12.3%

59 Sveti Nikole A4 12.3%

60 Арачиново 01 12.3%

61 Probishtip 83 12.3%

62 Cegrane D4 12.3%

63 Krusevo 54 12.3%

64 Vasilevo A9 12.3%

65 Zajas 43 12.3%

66 Novo Selo 72 12.3%

67 Kondovo F6 12.3%

68 Dolneni 28 12.3%

69 Dračevo F6 12.3%

70 Kratovo 51 12.3%

Cities with the lowest unemployment rates in North Macedonia represent some of the strongest local job markets. Šuto Orizare has an unemployment rate of just 12.3%. 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. Šuto Orizare's unemployment rate of 12.3% 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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