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Average Salary in North Macedonia

Julien Sicard
Julien Sicard
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Published
November 4, 2026
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Updated
November 4, 2026
AVERAGE MONTHLY GROSS SALARY, AUGUST 2026

The average gross salary in North Macedonia was MKD 73,336 in August 2026, according to the State Statistical Office. The average net salary was MKD 48,733. Both were 7.6% higher than in August 2025. From January to August 2026 the average gross salary was MKD 72,392.

MKD 73,336 / month
Average net salary, August 2026
MKD 48,733
Average gross, January to August 2026
MKD 72,392
Gross pay, change on August 2025
+7.6%
Information and communication, gross
MKD 134,613 / month

The State Statistical Office publishes the average paid salary per employee every month. Gross pay includes the employee's contributions and personal income tax; net pay is what remains. The latest release covers August 2026 and was published on 22 October 2026. The next one is due on 20 November 2026.

Average monthly salary by sector in North Macedonia, August 2026

<table class="ert-table"><thead><tr><th>Sector, August 2026</th><th>Average gross salary</th><th>Average net salary</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>All sectors</strong></td><td><strong>MKD 73,336</strong></td><td><strong>MKD 48,733</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Information and communication</td><td>MKD 134,613</td><td>MKD 88,686</td></tr><tr><td>Financial and insurance activities</td><td>MKD 99,341</td><td>MKD 65,787</td></tr><tr><td>Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply</td><td>MKD 90,429</td><td>MKD 59,681</td></tr><tr><td>Mining and quarrying</td><td>MKD 84,664</td><td>MKD 56,233</td></tr><tr><td>Professional, scientific and technical activities</td><td>MKD 83,481</td><td>MKD 55,245</td></tr><tr><td>Human health and social work</td><td>MKD 81,042</td><td>MKD 53,734</td></tr><tr><td>Other service activities</td><td>MKD 78,131</td><td>MKD 51,704</td></tr><tr><td>Public administration and defence</td><td>MKD 77,764</td><td>MKD 51,493</td></tr><tr><td>Education</td><td>MKD 74,273</td><td>MKD 49,224</td></tr><tr><td>Arts, entertainment and recreation</td><td>MKD 73,208</td><td>MKD 48,760</td></tr><tr><td>Transportation and storage</td><td>MKD 69,824</td><td>MKD 46,556</td></tr><tr><td>Real estate activities</td><td>MKD 67,542</td><td>MKD 45,226</td></tr><tr><td>Wholesale and retail trade</td><td>MKD 67,351</td><td>MKD 45,108</td></tr><tr><td>Manufacturing</td><td>MKD 64,369</td><td>MKD 42,826</td></tr><tr><td>Construction</td><td>MKD 63,084</td><td>MKD 41,981</td></tr><tr><td>Water supply, sewerage and waste management</td><td>MKD 61,724</td><td>MKD 41,078</td></tr><tr><td>Administrative and support service activities</td><td>MKD 60,282</td><td>MKD 40,237</td></tr><tr><td>Agriculture, forestry and fishing</td><td>MKD 58,106</td><td>MKD 38,727</td></tr><tr><td>Accommodation and food service</td><td>MKD 53,355</td><td>MKD 35,631</td></tr></tbody></table>

Average monthly gross salary in North Macedonia, 2026

<table class="ert-table"><thead><tr><th>Month</th><th>Average gross salary</th><th>Change on previous month</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>January 2026</td><td>MKD 70,066</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>February 2026</td><td>MKD 69,371</td><td>-1.0%</td></tr><tr><td>March 2026</td><td>MKD 72,818</td><td>+5.0%</td></tr><tr><td>April 2026</td><td>MKD 73,366</td><td>+0.8%</td></tr><tr><td>May 2026</td><td>MKD 74,482</td><td>+1.5%</td></tr><tr><td>June 2026</td><td>MKD 72,785</td><td>-2.3%</td></tr><tr><td>July 2026</td><td>MKD 72,935</td><td>+0.2%</td></tr><tr><td>August 2026</td><td>MKD 73,336</td><td>+0.5%</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Average, January to August 2026</strong></td><td><strong>MKD 72,392</strong></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

How pay differs in North Macedonia

Sector changes pay a lot. Information and communication averaged MKD 134,613 gross in August 2026, about 1.8 times the national average. Financial and insurance activities averaged MKD 99,341 and electricity and gas supply MKD 90,429, against MKD 53,355 in accommodation and food service.

Setting pay for a hire in North Macedonia

Local pay is often quoted net, so check which figure a candidate means. The gap is large: 28% contributions and 10% income tax come out of gross pay. The employer pays no contributions on top, as our guide to hiring in North Macedonia shows. Need help with the search? We find, screen and shortlist remote professionals across Europe, with 3 candidates within 21 days. See how placement works.

This is general information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change and collective agreements can set different terms. Confirm with a local accountant or lawyer before you hire.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average salary in North Macedonia?

The average gross salary was MKD 73,336 in August 2026 and the average net salary MKD 48,733, according to the State Statistical Office. These are the latest official figures.

Is the average salary rising in North Macedonia?

Yes. Gross and net pay were both 7.6% higher in August 2026 than in August 2025. After inflation, gross pay rose 4.8%.

Which sector pays the most in North Macedonia?

Information and communication had the highest average gross salary in August 2026 at MKD 134,613, followed by financial and insurance activities at MKD 99,341 and electricity and gas supply at MKD 90,429.

How much do IT workers earn in North Macedonia?

The average gross salary in information and communication was MKD 134,613 in August 2026, or MKD 88,686 net.

What is the difference between gross and net pay in North Macedonia?

Net pay is gross pay minus the employee's 28% contributions and 10% personal income tax. In August 2026 the average was MKD 73,336 gross and MKD 48,733 net.

Sources

  1. State Statistical Office, Average monthly paid gross wage per employee, August 2026. Checked 4 Nov 2026.
  2. State Statistical Office, Average monthly paid net wage per employee, August 2026. Checked 4 Nov 2026.
  3. MakStat, Average paid gross wage by sector, by month. Checked 4 Nov 2026.
  4. MakStat, Average paid net wage by sector, by month. Checked 4 Nov 2026.
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