Compared to February 2025, the average net salary grew by 6.4% higher (+RON340) in nominal terms in March 2025.
The average gross salary stood at RON9,495 in March 2025, higher by 6.3% (+RON563) than the level recorded in February 2025.
The best paid employees in March 2025 were in the manufacture of tobacco products (RON14,768) and in computer programming, consultancy and related activities (including information service activities) (RON13,697), while the lowest-paid workers were in the accommodation and food service activities (RON3,279) and in the apparel manufacturing sector (RON3,410).
Earnings in relation with the evolution of consumer prices:
The real earnings index was 104.7% in March 2025 versus March 2024.
The real earnings index was 106.1% in March 2025 versus February 2025.
Compared to October 1990, the real earnings index was 264.4%, higher by 15.1 percentage points than the level recorded in February 2025.
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.