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STATISTICAL RELEASE : 23.2.2026.1/2

Average monthly gross wage paid per employee, February 2026

In February 2026, the average monthly gross wage was 69 371 denars

The average monthly gross wage paid per employee in February 2026 was 69 371 denars.

The average monthly gross wage paid per employee in February 2026, compared to February 2025, increased by 7.3%.

This increase is caused by the increase of the average monthly gross wage paid per employee in the sectors: Administrative and support service activities by 12.5%, Mining and quarrying by 10.2% and Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities by 9.5%.

A decrease in the average monthly gross wage paid per employee compared to the previous month was recorded in the sectors: Agriculture, forestry and fishing by 4.8%, Other service activities, Arts, entertainment and recreation by 4.7 % and Transportation and storage 3.6%.

Key takeaway

•    The gross wage in February 2026 was 69 371 denars

•    In February 2026, compared to February 2025, it increased by 7.3%

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Average monthly gross wage paid per employee

February 2026

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