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Average Salary in Serbia

Julien Sicard
Julien Sicard
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Published
November 3, 2026
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November 3, 2026
AVERAGE MONTHLY GROSS SALARY, AUGUST 2026

The average gross salary in Serbia was RSD 161,953 in August 2026, according to the Statistical Office of the Republic of Serbia (RZS). The average net salary was RSD 117,282 and the median net salary RSD 93,325, so half of employees earned up to that amount. From January to August 2026 the average gross salary was RSD 164,710.

RSD 161,953 / month
Average net salary, August 2026
RSD 117,282
Median net salary, August 2026
RSD 93,325
Average gross, January to August 2026
RSD 164,710
Information and communication, gross
RSD 333,063 / month

RZS publishes average salaries every month, about 55 days after the month ends, from the payroll tax returns employers file with the Tax Administration. The figures cover all employees as full-time equivalents. The latest release covers August 2026 and was published on 26 October 2026. Net means after the employee's contributions and salary tax.

Average monthly salary by activity in Serbia, August 2026

<table class="ert-table"><thead><tr><th>Activity, August 2026</th><th>Average gross salary</th><th>Average net salary</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>All activities</strong></td><td><strong>RSD 161,953</strong></td><td><strong>RSD 117,282</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Information and communication</td><td>RSD 333,063</td><td>RSD 241,423</td></tr><tr><td>Financial and insurance activities</td><td>RSD 231,533</td><td>RSD 166,736</td></tr><tr><td>Mining</td><td>RSD 210,359</td><td>RSD 151,150</td></tr><tr><td>Professional, scientific and technical activities</td><td>RSD 203,667</td><td>RSD 147,430</td></tr><tr><td>Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning</td><td>RSD 192,153</td><td>RSD 138,224</td></tr><tr><td>Public administration and defense</td><td>RSD 174,878</td><td>RSD 125,916</td></tr><tr><td>Health and social work</td><td>RSD 166,038</td><td>RSD 119,792</td></tr><tr><td>Education</td><td>RSD 157,843</td><td>RSD 114,077</td></tr><tr><td>Administrative and support services</td><td>RSD 150,492</td><td>RSD 109,141</td></tr><tr><td>Real estate activities</td><td>RSD 149,607</td><td>RSD 108,528</td></tr><tr><td>Manufacturing</td><td>RSD 146,327</td><td>RSD 106,171</td></tr><tr><td>Water supply and waste management</td><td>RSD 145,427</td><td>RSD 105,312</td></tr><tr><td>Construction</td><td>RSD 140,827</td><td>RSD 102,528</td></tr><tr><td>Transport and storage</td><td>RSD 140,393</td><td>RSD 102,225</td></tr><tr><td>Arts, entertainment and recreation</td><td>RSD 138,355</td><td>RSD 100,543</td></tr><tr><td>Wholesale and retail trade</td><td>RSD 135,526</td><td>RSD 98,315</td></tr><tr><td>Agriculture, forestry and fishing</td><td>RSD 130,048</td><td>RSD 94,481</td></tr><tr><td>Other service activities</td><td>RSD 116,446</td><td>RSD 83,665</td></tr><tr><td>Accommodation and food service</td><td>RSD 103,881</td><td>RSD 75,431</td></tr></tbody></table>

Average monthly salary by region in Serbia, 2026

<table class="ert-table"><thead><tr><th>Region or city, 2026</th><th>Gross, August</th><th>Net, August</th><th>Gross, January to August</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Republic of Serbia</strong></td><td><strong>RSD 161,953</strong></td><td><strong>RSD 117,282</strong></td><td><strong>RSD 164,710</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Belgrade region</td><td>RSD 198,684</td><td>RSD 143,965</td><td>RSD 203,051</td></tr><tr><td>Vojvodina region</td><td>RSD 153,088</td><td>RSD 110,818</td><td>RSD 155,575</td></tr><tr><td>ล umadija and Western Serbia region</td><td>RSD 139,670</td><td>RSD 101,130</td><td>RSD 141,056</td></tr><tr><td>Southern and Eastern Serbia region</td><td>RSD 142,465</td><td>RSD 103,112</td><td>RSD 144,589</td></tr><tr><td>City of Novi Sad</td><td>RSD 183,261</td><td>RSD 132,537</td><td>RSD 187,053</td></tr><tr><td>City of Niลก</td><td>RSD 157,844</td><td>RSD 114,121</td><td>RSD 160,049</td></tr></tbody></table>

How pay differs in Serbia

Activity changes pay a lot. Information and communication averaged RSD 333,063 gross in August 2026, and computer programming and consultancy alone RSD 406,337. Financial and insurance activities averaged RSD 231,533, against RSD 103,881 in accommodation and food service. The Belgrade region averaged RSD 198,684 gross, above the national average of RSD 161,953.

Setting pay for a hire in Serbia

Serbian pay is often quoted net, so check which figure a candidate means. Gross pay rose 10.9% in nominal terms from August 2025 to August 2026. Plan for the employer cost too: contributions add 15.15% on top of gross pay, as our guide to hiring in Serbia 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 Serbia?

The average gross salary was RSD 161,953 in August 2026 and the average net salary RSD 117,282, according to RZS. These are the latest official figures.

What is the median salary in Serbia?

The median net salary was RSD 93,325 in August 2026. Half of employees earned up to that amount.

Which activity pays the most in Serbia?

Information and communication had the highest average gross salary in August 2026 at RSD 333,063, followed by financial and insurance activities at RSD 231,533 and mining at RSD 210,359.

How much do IT workers earn in Serbia?

The average gross salary in computer programming, consultancy and related activities was RSD 406,337 in August 2026, or RSD 294,941 net.

Is pay higher in Belgrade?

Yes. The Belgrade region averaged RSD 198,684 gross and RSD 143,965 net in August 2026, against RSD 161,953 gross for Serbia as a whole.

Sources

  1. RZS, Proseฤne zarade po zaposlenom, avgust 2026, published 26 Oct 2026. Checked 3 Nov 2026.
  2. Poreska uprava, Law on Contributions for Mandatory Social Insurance, art. 44. Checked 3 Nov 2026.
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