According to the data from the National Bureau of Statistics, there is a significant trend in wages across urban areas in Mainland China from 2015 to 2023. The average wage for employees in both the private and non-private sectors has shown a steady increase, reflecting economic growth and inflation adjustments.

However, the number of unemployed individuals in urban areas has also experienced fluctuations, with significant peaks in 2020 and 2022.

The average wages in the private and non-private sectors, respectively, both show a general upward trend. The average wage in the private sector has increased from 39,589 CNY in 2015 to 68,340 CNY in 2023, while the non-private sector’s average wage has risen from around 60,000 CNY to over 120,000 CNY in the same period.

These changes underscore the economic shifts and challenges faced by China’s urban labor market over the years.

According to the China Statistical Yearbook 2024, Guangdong has the largest number of unemployed people, at 1,146,000, and Tibet has the least, at 7,000.

Unemployment is closely linked to economic status. It shows the need for targeted policies to address unemployment, especially in regions with higher joblessness, and to continue fostering an environment that supports wage growth and job creation.