In December 2024 compared to December 2023, the monthly average net salary in Romania increased by 11.1% in nominal terms.
The average gross salary stood at RON9,251 in December 2024, 4.8% higher (+RON426) than the level recorded in November 2024.
The best paid employees in December 2024 were in the sector of computer programming, consultancy and related activities (including information service activities) (RON12,141) and in the sector of crude oil and natural gas extraction (RON11,860), while the lowest in the apparel manufacturing sector (RON3,129) and in accommodation and food service activities (RON3,325).
The real earnings index was 105.7% in December 2024 as compared to December 2023.
The real earnings index was 104.5% in December 2024 against November 2024.
Compared to October 1990, the real earnings index was 267.7%, higher by 11.4 percentage points higher than the level recorded in October 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.