The gross average salary stood at RON5,337 in August, 2.4% lower than in July.

The best paid employees in August were in the IT&C sector, making a net average of RON7,431 a month, while the lowest paid employees were in the hospitality industry, with an average RON1,704 a month.

Compared with August 2019, the average net monthly wage in Romania grew 7.6% in nominal terms and 4.8% in real terms.