Population Estimates. S2/2024–S1/2025. Definitive data
The resident population in Catalonia increased by 111,895 inhabitants during 2024. Migration with foreign countries was the main item in terms of population growth (126,804 people).
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Longitudinal Statistics on Working Lives. 2024
A total of 4,518,300 people were registered for paid employment for at least one day in Catalonia in 2024, 4.2% more than the previous year.
The Statistical Institute of Catalonia and the Barcelona City Council’s Municipal Data Office agree to create a working group for the development and improvement of experimental statistics
A framework for collaboration is established between both institutions to promote new experimental statistics projects throughout 2026.
Economically Active Population Survey. Q4/2025
The employed population in Catalonia grew by 1.5% year over year in the fourth quarter of 2025. The unemployment rate stood at 8.24%, with a total of 351,200 unemployed people (21,900 people more than the previous year, with an increase of 6.6%.
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