The gross average salary stood at RON4,819 In February 2019, 0.4% lower than in January 2019.
The best paid employees in February were in computer programming, consultancy and related activities (including information service activities), making a net average of RON6,683 a month, while the lowest paid employees were in clothing manufacturing, with an average RON1,728 a month, the data showed.
Compared to February 2018, the average net wage in Romania grew 17.9%.
In the public sector, the average net salary saw slight increases in February 2019 compared to the previous month, in public administration (+1.6%) and in education (+1.3%). In health and social assistance, the average net salary decreased by 1.3% compared to the previous month.
Fluctuations in earnings were recorded during the year, mainly determined by granting annual premiums and holiday bonuses (December, March/April). These are influencing the increases or decreases depending on the period they are granted, finally leading to smoothing the fluctuations in monthly earnings at the level of the whole year.