MINIMUM AND AVERAGE SALARY IN CROATIA
Croatia is a small state with a population of just over 4 million people, located in the south of Central Europe and the western Balkan Peninsula. It borders with Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Slovenia, Hungary and Montenegro. Since 2013, it is a member of the European Union.
Today, Croatia has a fairly high standard of living and decent wages. It is a great place not only for employment, but also a popular tourist destination with many luxury resorts and historical attractions. Let's find out what salaries in Croatia in 2025.
Minimum salary in Croatia
According to the Croatian government, from January 1, 2025, the official minimum wage in Croatia is 970 euros per month. After paying taxes, the employee has 760 euros at his or her disposal. The minimum wage is paid to about 51,000 Croatian professionals who work a full-time, 40-hour work week.
Compared to 2024, the minimum wage in Croatia increased by 130 euros per month or 15,5%. And for the last 5 years the growth was 431 euros. For example, in the neighboring countries of Croatia the minimum wage is as follows – Bosnia and Herzegovina (€510), Slovenia (€1,277.72), Montenegro (€532.5), Serbia (€460).
Average salary in Croatia
According to official data from the Croatian Bureau of Statistics, the average wage in Croatia in 2025 is 1,925 euros per month. After all mandatory deductions, the net monthly income is 1,392 euros. Croatian workers earn on average €10.37 gross and €7.49 net per hour.
The highest average monthly gross salary in Croatia was recorded in the category “Air transport” – 3,166 euros, and the lowest in the category “Manufacture of wearing apparel” – 1,204 euros. Compared to last year, the average income of Croatian employees increased by 13.6%.
| Sector of economy | Euro per month (gross) | Euro per month (net) |
| Information and communication | 2,528 | 1,752 |
| Health care and social work | 2,525 | 1,794 |
| Supply of electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning | 2,406 | 1,759 |
| Public administration and defence | 2,403 | 1,736 |
| Financial and insurance activity | 2,398 | 1,684 |
| Education | 2,145 | 1,555 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activity | 2,090 | 1,479 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2,043 | 1,473 |
| Art, entertainment and leisure | 1,852 | 1,334 |
| Transportation and storage | 1,776 | 1,292 |
| Real estate operations | 1,768 | 1,271 |
| Water supply, sewerage and waste management | 1,730 | 1,275 |
| Manufacturing | 1,729 | 1,262 |
| Wholesale and retail trade | 1,710 | 1,246 |
| Fishing, agriculture and forestry | 1,676 | 1,242 |
| Construction | 1,514 | 1,114 |
| Administrative and support services | 1,505 | 1,104 |
| Accommodation and meals | 1,500 | 1,104 |
| Others | 1,523 | 1,123 |
Note. Information on average wages by sector is based on official data from the Croatian Bureau of Statistics.
In conclusion, we note that the unemployment rate in Croatia is about 5%, and the income tax rate in 2025 ranges from 15-23.60% to 25–35.40%.
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