Hungary Labour Market Overiew

Hungary Workforce Market Overview & Labour Challenges

According to Worldometer’s elaboration of the most recent United Nations data, Hungary’s population as of Wednesday, February 4, 2026, is 9,605,940.
The number of employed persons (ages 15–74) was approximately 4.6 million, reflecting strong overall employment levels. The number of unemployed persons was around 0.21 million through 2025. The unemployment rate was consistently around 4.3 %–4.4 %, one of the lowest in the European Union.
Employment Rate: The employment rate (proportion of working individuals in the population aged 15–64) was about 74.6 %. Registered Jobseekers: the number of registered jobseekers stood at about 216,082, marking a historic low for year-end figures and underscoring tight labour market conditions.
Earnings and Wages (Official Government Data)
Average gross monthly earnings for full-time employees reached approximately HUF 756,400, reflecting an 8.9 % increase compared with the previous year.
Average net monthly earnings for the same group were approximately HUF 525,900, rising about 10.2 % year-on-year.
Real earnings (after inflation) were 6.2 % higher compared with the previous year.
Employment: ~ 4.6 million employed persons (15–74)
Unemployment: ~ 0.21 million unemployed; rate ~ 4.3 %–4.4 %.
Employment rate: ~ 74.6 % (15–64).
Registered jobseekers: ~ 216,082 (lowest recorded).
Wages: Average gross ~ HUF 756,400; net ~ HUF 525,900; real earnings up ~ 6.2 %.

Hungary Labour crisis rate (Yearly)

Between 2015 and 2018, Hungary’s job vacancy rate increased steadily from 1.6% to 2.7%, reflecting economic expansion and rising labor demand. The peak in 2018 indicated growing pressure on employers to fill open positions. In 2019, the rate declined slightly to 2.5%, followed by a sharper fall to 2.0% in 2020, mainly due to economic disruptions caused by the global pandemic. From 2021 onward, labor market tightness returned, with vacancy rates reaching 2.8% in 2022, the highest level in the period. Although the rate eased to 2.4% in 2023 and 2.1% in 2024, it remained above earlier.

Hungary Labour crisis rate (Industry wise)

The industry-wise job vacancy data in Hungary from 2019 to 2023 reveals persistent and broad-based labor shortages. Human health and social work activities recorded the highest vacancy rates, reaching 4.9 percent in 2023, highlighting severe staffing gaps in healthcare services. Information and communication also maintained vacancy levels above 3 percent, reflecting sustained demand for digital and IT professionals. Manufacturing, construction, and transportation and storage consistently reported vacancy rates between 2 and 3 percent, confirming ongoing demand

Hungary Labour crisis rate (Job profile wise)

The skills-based vacancy profile in Hungary shows a clear imbalance between labor supply and demand, especially in technical and operational roles. Technical labor occupations record the largest gap with 897 unfilled positions, underlining the economy’s dependence on skilled industrial workers. Cleaners and helpers follow with 714 vacancies, reflecting shortages in essential support services. Manufacturing pressures remain strong, with demand for metal and machinery workers at 629 and other manufacturing workers at 579. Construction reports 464 vacancies due to sustained project activity.

Employer Pain Points in Hungary’s Labour Market

Inefficient Initial Screening: Manual CV screening slows hiring and increases the risk of overlooking qualified candidates.
Poor Applicant Quality: High volumes of irrelevant applications waste recruiter time and delay shortlisting.
Lack of Structured Interviews: Unstandardized interviews lead to inconsistent evaluations and weak hiring decisions.
Slow Candidate Communication: Delayed responses cause candidate drop-offs and harm employer reputation.
Limited Use of Technology: Absence of ATS tools reduces recruitment efficiency and tracking accuracy.
Poor Job Descriptions: Unclear role details attract unsuitable candidates and extend hiring timelines.
Compliance and Documentation Burden: Administrative workload diverts focus from core recruitment activities.

How BCM Group Helps Your Business

Pre-Screened Talent Access: BCM Group provides employers with job-ready candidates who are already screened for skills, experience, and role suitability.
Skill Testing & Trade Verification: Practical trade tests and technical assessments ensure candidates meet industry and job-specific requirements.
Faster Shortlisting & Hiring: Structured shortlisting reduces interview rounds and accelerates decision-making for employers.
Centralized Recruitment Coordination: BCM Group manages interview scheduling, candidate communication, and feedback flow to avoid delays.
End-to-End Documentation Support: All work permits, visas, contracts, and compliance paperwork are handled accurately and efficiently.
Compliance with Hungarian Labor Regulations: Recruitment processes align with legal and regulatory requirements, reducing employer risk.
Bulk & Project-Based Hiring Capability: BCM Group supports large-scale and time-bound manpower requirements across industries.

Industries We Serve Globally

We provides skilled workers across the following industries:

Manufacturing and Industrial sector
Construction and Infrastructure
Automobile and Engineering industries
Logistics and Transportation
Hospitality and Facility Management
Healthcare and Care Services
Energy and Utilities
Food Processing sectors
Refining Industry
Agriculture Industry

Skilled Profiles We Provide

We provide employers with the following skilled profiles:

welders, fitters, fabricators, CNC operators, machinists.
electricians, plumbers, carpenters, masons, steel fixers, and general construction workers.
machine and plant operators, electro-mechanical technicians, and quality control inspectors.
cleaners, helpers, warehouse workers, logistics staff, and facility management personnel.

Available Employment models

Flexible employment models designed for Hungerian employers.

employment models
Direct Hire Model
Contract Staffing Model
Employee Leasing / Employer of Record (EOR)
Temporary Staffing Model
Bulk Hiring Solutions
End-to-End Overseas Recruitment Model,

Each model ensures legal compliance, workforce flexibility, and operational efficiency.

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