Key Facts: Norway Wages
- Country
- Norway (NOR)
- Continent
- Europe
- Currency
- Norwegian Krone (NOK)
- Minimum Wage
- No statutory minimum wage
- Average Gross Monthly Salary
- kr55,150 /month
- Average Gross Annual Salary
- kr661,800 /year
- Median Individual Income
- kr570,000 /year
- Standard Work Week
- 37.5 hours
- Data Source
- Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority (Arbeidstilsynet)
- Last Updated
- 2026-05-28
Norway — Average Salary & Wages
Norwegian Krone (NOK) Data verified Jan 2026 Sources
The average salary in Norway is
kr661,800 a year
But half of all workers earn less than kr570,000 .
The average is lifted by bonuses and high earners. Most workers earn less than that.
Norway does not have a statutory minimum wage. The average gross monthly salary is kr55,150 ($5,788.69 USD). The median monthly income is kr47,500 ($4,985.73 USD).
The Numbers
Norway's average salary is among the highest for Europe, ranking #7 out of 50 countries with salary data. The standard work week is 37.5 hours.
Average monthly earnings for full-time employees. Norway has a progressive tax system with a marginal rate reaching ~47.4% at highest incomes. Effective tax rate for average earners approximately 30%. Includes holiday pay (feriepenger) provision of 10.2% (12% for workers over 60).
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• SECTOR RATES
Construction (skilled, sectoral minimum)
kr264.32 /hr
Since 2025-06-15
Legally extended (allmenngjort) minimum for skilled construction workers. Prior: NOK 250.30 from 2024-11-01.
Construction (unskilled, sectoral minimum)
kr239.61 /hr
Since 2025-06-15
Legally extended minimum for unskilled construction workers (no prior experience). Workers with 1+ year experience: NOK 249.52. Prior: NOK 226.90 from 2024-11-01.
Cleaning (sectoral minimum)
kr236.54 /hr
Since 2025-06-15
Legally extended minimum for cleaning sector workers aged 18+. Prior: NOK 220.05 from 2024-06-01.
Hotel/Restaurant (experienced, sectoral minimum)
kr204.79 /hr
Since 2025-06-15
Legally extended minimum for hospitality workers with experience (18+ or 4+ months). Prior: NOK 196.80 from 2024-06-01.
Work Week
- Standard
- 37.5 hrs/wk
- Maximum
- 40 hrs/wk
- Overtime
- 1.4x pay
The Working Environment Act sets a maximum of 40 hours/week, but most collective agreements specify 37.5 hours. Overtime premium minimum 40% by law. Maximum overtime: 10 hrs/week, 25 hrs over 4 consecutive weeks, 200 hrs/year. Night and Sunday work requires additional premiums by agreement.
How It Compares
How Norway Compares
| Metric | Norway | Europe Avg. | Europe Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. salary (USD equiv.) | $5,788.69/mo | $3,249.38/mo | $9,628.44/mo (Switzerland) |
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What is the minimum wage in Norway?
Norway does not have a statutory minimum wage. Norway has no statutory national minimum wage. Wages are determined through collective bargaining between trade unions and employer associations. Union membership density is approximately 50%. However, Norway has legally binding minimum wage rates (allmenngjorte tariffavtaler) in specific sectors deemed vulnerable to social dumping: construction, shipbuilding, cleaning, hospitality/hotel/restaurant, agriculture/horticulture, fish processing, freight transport, and electricians. These sector-specific minimums range from approximately NOK 175-260/hr depending on sector and experience level.
What is the average salary in Norway?
The average gross monthly salary in Norway is kr55,150 (approximately $5,788.69 USD). Average monthly earnings for full-time employees. Norway has a progressive tax system with a marginal rate reaching ~47.4% at highest incomes. Effective tax rate for average earners approximately 30%. Includes holiday pay (feriepenger) provision of 10.2% (12% for workers over 60). Source: Statistics Norway (SSB) (2025).
How many hours is the standard work week in Norway?
The standard work week in Norway is 37.5 hours, with a legal maximum of 40 hours. Overtime is paid at 1.4x the normal rate. The Working Environment Act sets a maximum of 40 hours/week, but most collective agreements specify 37.5 hours. Overtime premium minimum 40% by law. Maximum overtime: 10 hrs/week, 25 hrs over 4 consecutive weeks, 200 hrs/year. Night and Sunday work requires additional premiums by agreement.
What is the average salary in Norway in USD?
The average gross monthly salary in Norway is approximately $5,788.69 per month in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
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