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Berlin's labor market is stagnating: the shortage of skilled workers is getting worse!
According to current figures from October 2025, the Berlin labor market stagnated; Long-term unemployment and a shortage of skilled workers remain challenges.
Berlin's labor market is stagnating: the shortage of skilled workers is getting worse!
In Berlin and Brandenburg, the latest labor market figures show mixed developments. While Brandenburg has seen a decline in unemployment, the situation in Berlin remains rather stagnant. Around 220,200 people are registered as unemployed in the capital, an increase of 29 compared to September. Compared to the previous year, this is a worrying figure because the number of employees has fallen by 15,000. The unemployment rate in Berlin is currently 10.3%, which is 0.5 points higher than the previous year. This development also appears to be due to the lack of economic growth in many sectors. Ramona Schröder, head of the Berlin-Brandenburg regional directorate, emphasizes that the seasonal autumn revival is not noticeable, despite the fact that there is often an increase in available positions, especially in autumn.
But what is happening in Brandenburg? Here the situation is a little more optimistic. In October 2025, around 84,000 people will be unemployed, 1,500 fewer than in September. However, compared to the previous year, there are 2,400 more unemployed people. The unemployment rate in Brandenburg is 6.2%, which also means an increase year-on-year. What is particularly noticeable is that a previous error in the information has been corrected: instead of 54,000, there are actually 84,000 unemployed.
The search for skilled workers
The supply of skilled workers remains a consistent problem, particularly in the health and nursing sectors. In Berlin, around 20,500 positions subject to social security contributions are unfilled, which underlines the urgency of finding qualified employees. This high demand is not just limited to Berlin; There are also many vacancies in Brandenburg, especially in the areas of transport, logistics and healthcare. This means that despite the high unemployment rate, many industries are doing good business.
In addition, the growing long-term unemployment in Berlin must be addressed, which is depressing the entire market situation. Even if there are seasonal fluctuations, the real challenge remains to get people back to work and fill the gaps in skilled workers.
Anyone interested in professional developments can find comprehensive statistics and analyzes on the Federal Employment Agency's platform, which can provide a deeper insight into the situation. Take a look to find out more about current trends and developments on the labor market - Employment Agency Statistics.