In 2024, the average annual full-time adjusted salary for employees in the EU was €39 800, reflecting a 5.2% increase from €37 800 in 2023.

Among the EU countries, the highest average annual full-time adjusted salary was recorded in Luxembourg (€83 000), followed by Denmark (€71 600) and Ireland (€61 100). 

Average annual full-time adjusted salary per employee, 2024  (in €). Chart. See link to the full dataset below.

Source dataset: nama_10_fte

In contrast, the lowest average salaries were recorded in Bulgaria (€15 400), Greece (€18 000) and Hungary (€18 500).