In April 2024 compared to April 2023, the monthly average net wage in Romania increased by 14.3% in nominal terms.
The average gross salary stood at RON8,532 in April 2024, 0.4% higher than the one recorded in March 2024.
The best paid employees in April 2024 were in computer programming, consultancy and related activities (including information service activities) (RON11,971), while the lowest in apparel manufacturing (RON2,787).
The real earnings index was 107.9% in April 2024 as compared to April 2023.
The real earnings index was 100.9% in April 2024 as compared to March 2023.
Compared to October 1990, the real earnings index was 254%, higher by 1.4 percentage points than the level recorded in March 2024.
Fluctuations in earnings were recorded during the year, mainly determined by granting annual premiums and holiday bonuses, especially in the months taken as comparison base (December, March/April).
The evolution of real earnings depends both on the fluctuations of the average net earnings and on the inflation rate.