Key Facts: Azerbaijan Wages
- Country
- Azerbaijan (AZE)
- Continent
- Asia
- Currency
- Azerbaijani manat (AZN)
- Minimum Wage
- ₼2.30 /hr ($1.35 USD)
- Average Gross Monthly Salary
- ₼1,100 /month
- Average Gross Annual Salary
- ₼13,200 /year
- Median Individual Income
- ₼7,200 /year
- Standard Work Week
- 40 hours
- Data Source
- Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of Population of Azerbaijan
- Last Updated
- 2026-02-25
Azerbaijan — Average Salary & Wages
Azerbaijani manat (AZN) Data verified Jan 2026 Sources
The average salary in Azerbaijan is
₼13,200 a year
But half of all workers earn less than ₼7,200 .
The average is lifted by bonuses and high earners. Most workers earn less than that.
The minimum wage in Azerbaijan is ₼2.30/hr ($1.35 USD) as of 2026. The average gross monthly salary is ₼1,100 ($647.06 USD). The median monthly income is ₼600 ($352.94 USD).
Estimates. Median income is lower than mean due to high-earning oil sector workers concentrated in Baku. Rural areas have substantially lower incomes.
Average monthly nominal salary. Baku wages (AZN ~1,375) are significantly higher than the national average. Mining sector pays highest (AZN ~3,350/month), agriculture lowest (AZN ~559/month). Net estimated after income tax (14% up to AZN 2,500, 25% above) and social contributions (3% employee share).
Minimum Wage Trend
Since 2019, the minimum wage has grown +60% in nominal terms.
• PPP ADJUSTED
In Azerbaijan, the minimum wage has the purchasing power of $4.69/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 Azerbaijan earns ₼399/mo. That is 36% of the average gross salary.
- Monthly (full-time)
- ₼399 at min. wage
- Share of avg. salary
- 36% gross, before tax
- USD equivalent
- $234.71/mo monthly
- Nominal growth
- +60% since 2019
Wage Breakdown
- Hourly
- ₼2.30
- Monthly
- ₼400
- Annual
- ₼4,80012 monthly payments
Set by Presidential Order of 23 December 2024. The 16% increase from AZN 345 to AZN 400 aims to counter inflation and boost purchasing power. Applies uniformly to all workers regardless of age, experience, or sector. Azerbaijan does not mandate a 13th month salary.
Work Week
- Standard
- 40 hrs/wk
- Maximum
- 48 hrs/wk
- Overtime
- 1.5x pay
Labour Code sets standard workweek at 40 hours (8 hrs/day). Reduced hours (36 hrs/week) for hazardous occupations and workers under 18. Overtime limited to 4 hours per day, compensated at minimum 150% of regular rate. Night work premium at least 20%.
How Azerbaijan Compares
| Metric | Azerbaijan | Asia Avg. | Asia Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min. wage (USD equiv.) | $1.35/hr | $2.61/hr | $11.89/hr (Israel) |
| Avg. salary (USD equiv.) | $647.06/mo | $1,185.31/mo | $4,472.55/mo (Singapore) |
Countries with Similar Minimum Wages
| Country | Min. Wage /hr (USD) |
|---|---|
| Papua New Guinea | $1.33 |
| Mongolia | $1.31 |
| Iraq | $1.40 |
| Brazil | $1.42 |
| Qatar | $1.43 |
| Azerbaijan | $1.35 |
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What is the minimum wage in Azerbaijan?
The minimum wage in Azerbaijan is ₼2.30/hr (approximately $1.35 USD), effective since 2025-01-01. Set by Presidential Order of 23 December 2024. The 16% increase from AZN 345 to AZN 400 aims to counter inflation and boost purchasing power. Applies uniformly to all workers regardless of age, experience, or sector. Azerbaijan does not mandate a 13th month salary.
What is the average salary in Azerbaijan?
The average gross monthly salary in Azerbaijan is ₼1,100 (approximately $647.06 USD). Average monthly nominal salary. Baku wages (AZN ~1,375) are significantly higher than the national average. Mining sector pays highest (AZN ~3,350/month), agriculture lowest (AZN ~559/month). Net estimated after income tax (14% up to AZN 2,500, 25% above) and social contributions (3% employee share). Source: State Statistical Committee of Azerbaijan (2025).
How many hours is the standard work week in Azerbaijan?
The standard work week in Azerbaijan is 40 hours, with a legal maximum of 48 hours. Overtime is paid at 1.5x the normal rate. Labour Code sets standard workweek at 40 hours (8 hrs/day). Reduced hours (36 hrs/week) for hazardous occupations and workers under 18. Overtime limited to 4 hours per day, compensated at minimum 150% of regular rate. Night work premium at least 20%.
How has the minimum wage in Azerbaijan changed over time?
The minimum wage in Azerbaijan has changed as follows: ₼250 in 2019, ₼250 in 2020, ₼300 in 2022, ₼345 in 2023, ₼400 in 2025. This represents 5 recorded adjustments.
What is the minimum wage in Azerbaijan in USD?
The minimum wage in Azerbaijan converts to approximately $1.35/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 Azerbaijan in USD?
The average gross monthly salary in Azerbaijan is approximately $647.06 per month in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
How does Azerbaijan's minimum wage compare to the Asia average?
Azerbaijan's minimum wage ranks #19 out of 34 countries with statutory minimum wages in Asia, placing it near the median for Asia.
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