Key Facts: Albania Wages
- Country
- Albania (ALB)
- Continent
- Europe
- Currency
- Albanian lek (ALL)
- Minimum Wage
- L287 /hr ($3.51 USD)
- Average Gross Monthly Salary
- L83,000 /month
- Average Gross Annual Salary
- L996,000 /year
- Median Individual Income
- L480,000 /year
- Standard Work Week
- 40 hours
- Data Source
- Ministry of Finance and Economy / Council of Ministers of Albania
- Last Updated
- 2026-02-25
Albania — Average Salary & Wages
Albanian lek (ALL) Data verified Jan 2026 Sources
The average salary in Albania is
L996,000 a year
But half of all workers earn less than L480,000 .
The average is lifted by bonuses and high earners. Most workers earn less than that.
The minimum wage in Albania is L287/hr ($3.51 USD) as of 2026. The average gross monthly salary is L83,000 ($1,015.04 USD). The median monthly income is L40,000 ($489.18 USD).
Estimates based on SILC and household survey data. Including informal employment, actual median income may differ.
Average gross monthly wage per employee from INSTAT wage statistics. Net estimated after income tax (13% flat for most earners above threshold) and social/health contributions (~11.2% employee share). Significant regional variation, with Tirana wages substantially higher than the national average.
Minimum Wage Trend
Since 2019, the minimum wage has grown +92% in nominal terms.
• PPP ADJUSTED
In Albania, the minimum wage has the purchasing power of $7.23/hr in the United States, adjusted for local cost of living using the World Bank PPP conversion factor.
In Context
At minimum wage, a full-time worker in Albania earns L49,746/mo. That is 60% of the average gross salary.
- Monthly (full-time)
- L49,746 at min. wage
- Share of avg. salary
- 60% gross, before tax
- USD equivalent
- $608.36/mo monthly
- Nominal growth
- +92% since 2019
Wage Breakdown
- Hourly
- L287
- Monthly
- L50,000
- Annual
- L600,00012 monthly payments
Paga minimale. Set nationally by the Council of Ministers. The 25% increase from ALL 40,000 to ALL 50,000 was adopted on 19 December 2025, effective 1 January 2026. Albania does not mandate a 13th month salary. Monthly rate calculated on the basis of 174 working hours per month.
Work Week
- Standard
- 40 hrs/wk
- Maximum
- 48 hrs/wk
- Overtime
- 1.25x pay
Labour Code sets standard workweek at 40 hours (8 hrs/day, 5 days). Overtime premium minimum 25% above standard rate. Weekend/holiday work premium minimum 50%. Maximum 200 hours overtime per year. Cannot exceed 48 hours in any single week except exceptional circumstances.
How Albania Compares
| Metric | Albania | Europe Avg. | Europe Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min. wage (USD equiv.) | $3.51/hr | $8.37/hr | $17.79/hr (Luxembourg) |
| Avg. salary (USD equiv.) | $1,015.04/mo | $3,218.62/mo | $9,615.38/mo (Switzerland) |
Countries with Similar Minimum Wages
| Country | Min. Wage /hr (USD) |
|---|---|
| Marshall Islands | $3.50 |
| Palau | $3.50 |
| Turkey | $3.53 |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | $3.46 |
| China | $3.68 |
| Albania | $3.51 |
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What is the minimum wage in Albania?
The minimum wage in Albania is L287/hr (approximately $3.51 USD), effective since 2026-01-01. Paga minimale. Set nationally by the Council of Ministers. The 25% increase from ALL 40,000 to ALL 50,000 was adopted on 19 December 2025, effective 1 January 2026. Albania does not mandate a 13th month salary. Monthly rate calculated on the basis of 174 working hours per month.
What is the average salary in Albania?
The average gross monthly salary in Albania is L83,000 (approximately $1,015.04 USD). Average gross monthly wage per employee from INSTAT wage statistics. Net estimated after income tax (13% flat for most earners above threshold) and social/health contributions (~11.2% employee share). Significant regional variation, with Tirana wages substantially higher than the national average. Source: Institute of Statistics (INSTAT) (2025).
How many hours is the standard work week in Albania?
The standard work week in Albania is 40 hours, with a legal maximum of 48 hours. Overtime is paid at 1.25x the normal rate. Labour Code sets standard workweek at 40 hours (8 hrs/day, 5 days). Overtime premium minimum 25% above standard rate. Weekend/holiday work premium minimum 50%. Maximum 200 hours overtime per year. Cannot exceed 48 hours in any single week except exceptional circumstances.
How has the minimum wage in Albania changed over time?
The minimum wage in Albania has changed as follows: L26,000 in 2019, L30,000 in 2021, L34,000 in 2022, L40,000 in 2023, L50,000 in 2026. This represents 5 recorded adjustments.
What is the minimum wage in Albania in USD?
The minimum wage in Albania converts to approximately $3.51/hr in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
What is the average salary in Albania in USD?
The average gross monthly salary in Albania is approximately $1,015.04 per month in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
How does Albania's minimum wage compare to the Europe average?
Albania's minimum wage ranks #33 out of 40 countries with statutory minimum wages in Europe, placing it below the median for Europe.
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