Key Facts: Bosnia and Herzegovina Wages
- Country
- Bosnia and Herzegovina (BIH)
- Continent
- Europe
- Currency
- Convertible mark (BAM)
- Minimum Wage
- KM5.75 /hr ($3.46 USD)
- Average Gross Monthly Salary
- KM1,870 /month
- Average Gross Annual Salary
- KM22,440 /year
- Median Individual Income
- KM10,800 /year
- Standard Work Week
- 40 hours
- Data Source
- Agency for Statistics of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BHAS)
- Last Updated
- 2026-02-25
Bosnia and Herzegovina — Average Salary & Wages
Convertible mark (BAM) Data verified Jan 2026 Sources
The average salary in Bosnia and Herzegovina is
KM22,440 a year
But half of all workers earn less than KM10,800 .
The average is lifted by bonuses and high earners. Most workers earn less than that.
The minimum wage in Bosnia and Herzegovina is KM5.75/hr ($3.46 USD) as of 2026. The average gross monthly salary is KM1,870 ($1,126.51 USD). The median monthly income is KM900 ($542.17 USD).
Estimates based on EU-SILC data. BiH participates in Eurostat surveys as an EU candidate country. Significant regional disparities between urban and rural areas.
Average gross and net monthly earnings. Net salary after income tax (10% in FBiH, 10% in RS) and social contributions (~31% employee share in FBiH, ~33% in RS). Sarajevo and Banja Luka have higher wages than the national average.
• SECTOR RATES
Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH)
KM1,000 /mo
Net minimum wage; effective 1 January 2025. Increased to BAM 1,027 from January 2026.
Republika Srpska (RS)
KM1,000 /mo
Net minimum wage for unskilled workers. RS uses a tiered system: up to BAM 1,450 for jobs requiring higher education.
Minimum Wage Trend
Since 2020, the minimum wage has grown +146% in nominal terms.
• PPP ADJUSTED
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, the minimum wage has the purchasing power of $8.46/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 Bosnia and Herzegovina earns KM997/mo. That is 53% of the average gross salary.
- Monthly (full-time)
- KM997 at min. wage
- Share of avg. salary
- 53% gross, before tax
- USD equivalent
- $600.60/mo monthly
- Nominal growth
- +146% since 2020
Wage Breakdown
- Hourly
- KM5.75
- Monthly
- KM1,000
- Annual
- KM12,00012 monthly payments
Bosnia and Herzegovina's minimum wage is set separately by each entity. The FBiH minimum wage saw a major increase to BAM 1,000 in 2025. Republika Srpska introduced a tiered system in 2024, with minimums varying from BAM 1,000 (unskilled) to BAM 1,450 (university degree required). The BAM (convertible mark) is pegged to the euro at 1 EUR = 1.95583 BAM. No mandatory 13th salary.
Work Week
- Standard
- 40 hrs/wk
- Maximum
- 48 hrs/wk
- Overtime
- 1.3x pay
Standard workweek is 40 hours (8 hrs/day). Overtime limited to 8 hours per week in FBiH and 4 hours per day in RS. Overtime premium at least 30%. Night work premium at least 30%. Weekend work premium at least 20%. Holiday work premium at least 50%.
How Bosnia and Herzegovina Compares
| Metric | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Europe Avg. | Europe Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min. wage (USD equiv.) | $3.46/hr | $8.37/hr | $17.79/hr (Luxembourg) |
| Avg. salary (USD equiv.) | $1,126.51/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 |
| Albania | $3.51 |
| Turkey | $3.53 |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | $3.33 |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | $3.46 |
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What is the minimum wage in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
The minimum wage in Bosnia and Herzegovina is KM5.75/hr (approximately $3.46 USD), effective since 2025-01-01. Bosnia and Herzegovina's minimum wage is set separately by each entity. The FBiH minimum wage saw a major increase to BAM 1,000 in 2025. Republika Srpska introduced a tiered system in 2024, with minimums varying from BAM 1,000 (unskilled) to BAM 1,450 (university degree required). The BAM (convertible mark) is pegged to the euro at 1 EUR = 1.95583 BAM. No mandatory 13th salary.
What is the average salary in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
The average gross monthly salary in Bosnia and Herzegovina is KM1,870 (approximately $1,126.51 USD). Average gross and net monthly earnings. Net salary after income tax (10% in FBiH, 10% in RS) and social contributions (~31% employee share in FBiH, ~33% in RS). Sarajevo and Banja Luka have higher wages than the national average. Source: Agency for Statistics of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BHAS) (2025).
How many hours is the standard work week in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
The standard work week in Bosnia and Herzegovina is 40 hours, with a legal maximum of 48 hours. Overtime is paid at 1.3x the normal rate. Standard workweek is 40 hours (8 hrs/day). Overtime limited to 8 hours per week in FBiH and 4 hours per day in RS. Overtime premium at least 30%. Night work premium at least 30%. Weekend work premium at least 20%. Holiday work premium at least 50%.
How has the minimum wage in Bosnia and Herzegovina changed over time?
The minimum wage in Bosnia and Herzegovina has changed as follows: KM406 in 2020, KM466 in 2021, KM543 in 2022, KM596 in 2023, KM619 in 2024, KM1,000 in 2025. This represents 6 recorded adjustments.
What is the minimum wage in Bosnia and Herzegovina in USD?
The minimum wage in Bosnia and Herzegovina converts to approximately $3.46/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 Bosnia and Herzegovina in USD?
The average gross monthly salary in Bosnia and Herzegovina is approximately $1,126.51 per month in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
How does Bosnia and Herzegovina's minimum wage compare to the Europe average?
Bosnia and Herzegovina's minimum wage ranks #34 out of 40 countries with statutory minimum wages in Europe, placing it below the median for Europe.
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