Key Facts: Myanmar Wages
- Country
- Myanmar (MMR)
- Continent
- Asia
- Currency
- Myanmar Kyat (MMK)
- Minimum Wage
- K975 /hr ($0.46 USD)
- Average Gross Monthly Salary
- K450,000 /month
- Average Gross Annual Salary
- K5,400,000 /year
- Median Individual Income
- K1,800,000 /year
- Standard Work Week
- 44 hours
- Data Source
- National Committee for Setting up the Minimum Wage — Myanmar
- Last Updated
- 2026-02-25
Myanmar — Average Salary & Wages
Myanmar Kyat (MMK) Data verified Jan 2026 Sources
The average salary in Myanmar is
K5,400,000 a year
But half of all workers earn less than K1,800,000 .
The average is lifted by bonuses and high earners. Most workers earn less than that.
The minimum wage in Myanmar is K975/hr ($0.46 USD) as of 2026. The average gross monthly salary is K450,000 ($214.29 USD). The median monthly income is K150,000 ($71.43 USD).
Very rough estimates. Political crisis since 2021 has severely disrupted economic data collection. Many workers have returned to subsistence agriculture.
Estimated average for formal sector workers. Approximately USD 200/month at current exchange rates. Large private firms pay ~USD 270/mo; public sector ~USD 160/mo. Data reliability is limited due to political instability since the 2021 military coup.
• SECTOR RATES
Small businesses (fewer than 10 workers)
K600 /hr
Since 2018-05-01
Base rate only MMK 4,800/day (MMK 600/hr), without additional allowances
Minimum Wage Trend
Since 2015, the minimum wage has grown +117% in nominal terms.
• PPP ADJUSTED
In Myanmar, the minimum wage has the purchasing power of $2.05/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 Myanmar earns K168,997/mo. That is 38% of the average gross salary.
- Monthly (full-time)
- K168,997 at min. wage
- Share of avg. salary
- 38% gross, before tax
- USD equivalent
- $80.47/mo monthly
- Nominal growth
- +117% since 2015
Wage Breakdown
- Hourly
- K975
- Daily
- K7,800Total for 8-hour workday: MMK 4,800 base + MMK 3,000 in additional allowances (for employers with 10+ workers)
- Monthly
- K202,800Based on 26 working days/month
- Annual
- K2,433,60012 months
Myanmar's minimum wage is structured as a base rate of MMK 4,800/day (MMK 600/hour, set May 2018) plus cumulative additional allowances: +MMK 1,000/day (Oct 2023), +MMK 1,000/day (Aug 2024), +MMK 1,000/day (Oct 2025). Total: MMK 7,800/day. The additional allowances only apply to employers with 10+ workers; businesses with fewer than 10 workers and family operations only pay the base MMK 4,800/day. The kyat has lost approximately 70% of its value since the 2021 coup, making the minimum wage worth approximately USD 3.72/day at current market rates.
Work Week
- Standard
- 44 hrs/wk
- Maximum
- 48 hrs/wk
- Overtime
- 2x pay
Factories Act sets normal working hours at 44 hours per week for factories. Shops and Establishments Law allows up to 48 hours. Overtime is paid at double the normal rate.
How Myanmar Compares
| Metric | Myanmar | Asia Avg. | Asia Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min. wage (USD equiv.) | $0.46/hr | $2.61/hr | $11.89/hr (Israel) |
| Avg. salary (USD equiv.) | $214.29/mo | $1,185.31/mo | $4,472.55/mo (Singapore) |
Countries with Similar Minimum Wages
| Country | Min. Wage /hr (USD) |
|---|---|
| Burkina Faso | $0.47 |
| Cameroon | $0.46 |
| Sri Lanka | $0.45 |
| Laos | $0.48 |
| Benin | $0.54 |
| Myanmar | $0.46 |
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What is the minimum wage in Myanmar?
The minimum wage in Myanmar is K975/hr (approximately $0.46 USD), effective since 2025-10-01. Myanmar's minimum wage is structured as a base rate of MMK 4,800/day (MMK 600/hour, set May 2018) plus cumulative additional allowances: +MMK 1,000/day (Oct 2023), +MMK 1,000/day (Aug 2024), +MMK 1,000/day (Oct 2025). Total: MMK 7,800/day. The additional allowances only apply to employers with 10+ workers; businesses with fewer than 10 workers and family operations only pay the base MMK 4,800/day. The kyat has lost approximately 70% of its value since the 2021 coup, making the minimum wage worth approximately USD 3.72/day at current market rates.
What is the average salary in Myanmar?
The average gross monthly salary in Myanmar is K450,000 (approximately $214.29 USD). Estimated average for formal sector workers. Approximately USD 200/month at current exchange rates. Large private firms pay ~USD 270/mo; public sector ~USD 160/mo. Data reliability is limited due to political instability since the 2021 military coup. Source: Central Statistical Organization (CSO) — Myanmar / ILO estimates (2024).
How many hours is the standard work week in Myanmar?
The standard work week in Myanmar is 44 hours, with a legal maximum of 48 hours. Overtime is paid at 2x the normal rate. Factories Act sets normal working hours at 44 hours per week for factories. Shops and Establishments Law allows up to 48 hours. Overtime is paid at double the normal rate.
How has the minimum wage in Myanmar changed over time?
The minimum wage in Myanmar has changed as follows: K3,600 in 2015, K4,800 in 2018, K5,800 in 2023, K6,800 in 2024, K7,800 in 2025. This represents 5 recorded adjustments.
What is the minimum wage in Myanmar in USD?
The minimum wage in Myanmar converts to approximately $0.46/hr in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Note: this dollar value uses the official reference exchange rate; for this currency, high volatility or parallel/unofficial exchange rates can make the real dollar value differ substantially. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
What is the average salary in Myanmar in USD?
The average gross monthly salary in Myanmar is approximately $214.29 per month in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Note: this dollar value uses the official reference exchange rate; for this currency, high volatility or parallel/unofficial exchange rates can make the real dollar value differ substantially. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
How does Myanmar's minimum wage compare to the Asia average?
Myanmar's minimum wage ranks #31 out of 34 countries with statutory minimum wages in Asia, placing it among the lowest in Asia.
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