Santa Cruz de Tenerife closed June with 15,772 unemployed, 862 fewer than a year ago, and recorded 9,686 new contracts, 17.75% more than in May. Permanent contracts grew by 20.71% month-on-month.
Unemployment in Santa Cruz de Tenerife continues its downward trend. The capital closed June with 15,772 people unemployed, a decrease of 5.18% compared to the same month in 2025. This is 862 fewer people than a year ago, according to data provided by the City Council.
The mayor, José Manuel Bermúdez, highlighted that "maintaining unemployment below 16,000 people for several consecutive months is a very positive indicator." In his opinion, this is "the result of the joint effort of administrations, the business fabric, and the entrepreneurial individuals who continue to bet on Santa Cruz."
Hiring surges in summer
In June, 9,686 new contracts were signed in companies within the municipality, 17.75% more than in May. The summer surge partly explains this increase, but the CEO of the Development Society, Carmen Pérez, emphasised the quality of employment: "The most relevant data is not only that jobs are being created, but that these jobs are becoming increasingly stable."
In fact, 3,176 of those contracts were permanent, an 11.83% increase compared to a year ago. The job stability rate now stands at 32.79%. Pérez stressed that "one in three new contracts signed in Santa Cruz is already permanent," which "provides greater security for families."
The monthly growth of stable hiring was 20.71%, with 545 new permanent contracts. In contrast, in June 2025, the increase was led by temporary contracts. This change in trend consolidates a stronger labour market.
Santa Cruz, the economic engine of Tenerife
Companies located in the capital accounted for 34.70% of all contracts registered in Tenerife during June. For Carmen Pérez, this "confirms the strategic role of our municipality as an economic engine and job creator."
The decrease in unemployment was also noticeable among those over 45, with a year-on-year drop of 5.8%. However, a gender gap persists: 8,952 of the unemployed are women (56.76%), compared to 6,820 men. Pérez announced that "active policies will continue to be designed and reinforced to prioritise female employment."
For the residents of Santa Cruz, this data translates into more job opportunities and greater stability. The city reinforces its leadership as the main hub of economic activity on the island, with a labour market that, at least in June, has shown enviable health.
The coming months will reveal whether the trend consolidates, but for now, the capital breathes optimism. However, the gender gap remains a pending issue that the City Council promises to address with active policies.
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