Compared with July 2021, the monthly average net wage in Romania grew by 12.1% in nominal terms.
The average gross salary stood at RON6,405 in July 2022, 0.1% lower than in June 2022.
The best paid employees in July 2022 were in computer programming, consultancy and related activities (including information service activities), making a net average of RON9,549, while the lowest in accommodation and food service activities, making a net average of RON2,273.
The real earnings index was 97.5% in July 2022 versus July 2021 and was 99% in July 2022 against June 2022.
Compared to October 1990, the real earnings index was 221.6%, lower by 2.1 percentage points than the level recorded in June 2022.
Fluctuations in earnings were recorded during the year, mainly determined by granting annual premiums and holiday bonuses (December, March/April).
The evolution of real earnings depends on both the fluctuations of the average net earnings and the inflation rate.