Key Facts: Serbia vs Taiwan Wages
- Serbia Minimum Wage
- RSD271/hr ($2.52 USD)
- Taiwan Minimum Wage
- NT$190/hr ($6.11 USD)
- Serbia Avg. Gross Monthly Salary
- RSD110,000 /mo ($1,023.26 USD)
- Taiwan Avg. Gross Monthly Salary
- NT$58,000 /mo ($1,864.95 USD)
- Data Sources
- Ministry of Labour, Employment, Veteran and Social Affairs (2026-02-24), Ministry of Labor (MOL), Republic of China (Taiwan) (2026-02-24)
Serbia
Taiwan
Updated 2026-02-24
The minimum wage in Serbia is 59% lower than in Taiwan in USD terms, though average salaries tell a different story. Average salaries are lower in Serbia at $1,023/mo compared to $1,865/mo in Taiwan.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Serbia | Taiwan |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage /hr | RSD271 $2.52 | NT$190 $6.11 |
| Minimum wage /day | RSD2,168 $20.17 | — |
| Minimum wage /mo | RSD47,000 $437.21 | NT$28,590 $919.29 |
| Minimum wage /yr | RSD564,000 $5,246.51 | NT$343,080 $11,031.51 |
| Avg. gross salary /mo | RSD110,000 /mo $1,023.26 | NT$58,000 /mo $1,864.95 |
| Avg. net salary /mo | RSD80,000 /mo $744.19 | NT$50,500 /mo $1,623.79 |
| Median individual income /yr | RSD600,000 /yr $5,581.40 | NT$546,000 /yr $17,556.27 |
Percentage differences are based on USD equivalent values. Positive means Serbia is higher.
Work Week
- Serbia
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40 hrs/wk standard
Max 40 hrs/wk
Overtime : 1.26x pay
Labour Law sets full-time working hours at 40/week. Overtime: minimum 26% surcharge. Night work (22:00-06:00): minimum 26% surcharge. Holiday work: minimum 110% surcharge. Maximum overtime is 8 hours/week. Reduced working hours (36 or fewer) for hazardous occupations.
- Taiwan
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40 hrs/wk standard
Max 40 hrs/wk
Overtime : 1.34x pay
Labour Standards Act sets 40 hours/week, 8 hours/day. Two mandatory rest days per week (one fixed, one flexible). Overtime: first 2 hrs at 1.34x, next 2 hrs at 1.67x. Monthly overtime cap of 46 hours (may be extended to 54 hours with union/labour-management agreement, max 138 hrs/3 months).
• WAGE TRAJECTORY (USD/hr)
What This Means for Workers
A minimum wage worker in Serbia earns 142% less per hour in USD terms than one in Taiwan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the minimum wage higher in Serbia or Taiwan?
In Serbia, the minimum wage is RSD271/hr ($2.52 USD). In Taiwan, it is NT$190/hr ($6.11 USD). Taiwan has the higher rate by 142% in USD terms. That nominal gap does not account for local prices; see the purchasing power comparison below for a cost-of-living-adjusted view. Workers in Serbia may retain a larger share of their earnings if prices there are lower.
How much less does the average worker earn in Serbia compared to Taiwan?
The average gross salary in Serbia is RSD110,000/mo ($1,023.26 USD), compared to NT$58,000/mo ($1,864.95 USD) in Taiwan. In USD terms, workers in Serbia earn approximately 82% less. Average salaries reflect the full labor market, not just the minimum wage floor. The gap between Serbia and Taiwan is shaped by differences in industry composition, labor productivity, and the overall cost of living in each country. Workers in Taiwan earn more in nominal terms, though how far that income stretches depends on local prices in Serbia.
How do work hours compare between Serbia and Taiwan?
Both Serbia and Taiwan mandate a similar standard work week of 40 hours. When work hours are equal, the country with the higher minimum wage delivers proportionally higher weekly earnings. Standard work week rules set the baseline; actual hours worked often differ based on industry norms and individual employment contracts.