www.oradesibiu.ro/2026/10/30/somajul-scade-dar-rom

As of September 2026, Romania's registered unemployment rate decreased to 3.20%, with 256,480 unemployed individuals, of which nearly 195,000 do not receive benefits. The majority of unemployed are over 55 years old, making up about a quarter of the total. Significant disparities exist between rural and urban areas, with 72.2% of unemployed coming from rural regions. Educational statistics show a high percentage of individuals with low educational attainment among the unemployed, with over 61% having only completed primary or lower education. The data reflects those officially registered as unemployed with the National Employment Agency (ANOFM).