Key Facts: Ukraine Wages
- Country
- Ukraine (UKR)
- Continent
- Europe
- Currency
- Ukrainian Hryvnia (UAH)
- Minimum Wage
- ₴48 /hr ($1.15 USD)
- Average Gross Monthly Salary
- ₴20,000 /month
- Average Gross Annual Salary
- ₴240,000 /year
- Median Individual Income
- ₴120,000 /year
- Standard Work Week
- 40 hours
- Data Source
- Ministry of Economy of Ukraine / State Statistics Service
- Last Updated
- 2026-02-24
Ukraine — Average Salary & Wages
Ukrainian Hryvnia (UAH) Data verified Jan 2026 Sources
The average salary in Ukraine is
₴240,000 a year
But half of all workers earn less than ₴120,000 .
The average is lifted by bonuses and high earners. Most workers earn less than that.
The minimum wage in Ukraine is ₴48/hr ($1.15 USD) as of 2026. The average gross monthly salary is ₴20,000 ($478.47 USD). The median monthly income is ₴10,000 ($239.23 USD).
Highly uncertain due to war conditions. Pre-war median was roughly 60-65% of the mean. Internally displaced persons (estimated 5-6 million) face particular income challenges. Data does not cover occupied territories.
Average monthly nominal wage for full-time employees in the formal sector. Excludes temporarily occupied territories (Crimea, parts of Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson oblasts). Net estimated after 18% personal income tax (PIT) and 1.5% military levy. IT sector wages are significantly higher (often paid in USD). War-related displacement and sector shifts distort averages.
Minimum Wage Trend
Since 2019, the minimum wage has grown +92% in nominal terms.
• PPP ADJUSTED
In Ukraine, the minimum wage has the purchasing power of $4.11/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 Ukraine earns ₴8,320/mo. That is 42% of the average gross salary.
- Monthly (full-time)
- ₴8,320 at min. wage
- Share of avg. salary
- 42% gross, before tax
- USD equivalent
- $199.04/mo monthly
- Nominal growth
- +92% since 2019
Wage Breakdown
- Hourly
- ₴48
- Daily
- ₴266.67Monthly wage divided by 30 days
- Monthly
- ₴8,000
- Annual
- ₴96,00012 monthly payments
Minimum wage (мінімальна заробітна плата) is set in the annual State Budget Law. The 2024 rate was UAH 7,100 from January, raised to UAH 8,000 from April. Martial law has affected labour regulations, including overtime rules and dismissal procedures. Many employers are unable to pay full wages in conflict-affected areas. Wage arrears remain a significant issue.
Work Week
- Standard
- 40 hrs/wk
- Maximum
- 40 hrs/wk
- Overtime
- 2x pay
Labour Code sets standard working time at 40 hours/week. Overtime is compensated at double the normal rate and limited to 4 hours over 2 consecutive days, 120 hours/year. Under martial law (from Feb 2022), employers may increase working hours to 60/week and suspend certain labour protections with government approval.
How Ukraine Compares
| Metric | Ukraine | Europe Avg. | Europe Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min. wage (USD equiv.) | $1.15/hr | $8.37/hr | $17.79/hr (Luxembourg) |
| Avg. salary (USD equiv.) | $478.47/mo | $3,218.62/mo | $9,615.38/mo (Switzerland) |
Countries with Similar Minimum Wages
| Country | Min. Wage /hr (USD) |
|---|---|
| Armenia | $1.14 |
| Namibia | $1.13 |
| Kiribati | $1.24 |
| Kazakhstan | $1.05 |
| Cape Verde | $1.05 |
| Ukraine | $1.15 |
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What is the minimum wage in Ukraine?
The minimum wage in Ukraine is ₴48/hr (approximately $1.15 USD), effective since 2024-04-01. Minimum wage (мінімальна заробітна плата) is set in the annual State Budget Law. The 2024 rate was UAH 7,100 from January, raised to UAH 8,000 from April. Martial law has affected labour regulations, including overtime rules and dismissal procedures. Many employers are unable to pay full wages in conflict-affected areas. Wage arrears remain a significant issue.
What is the average salary in Ukraine?
The average gross monthly salary in Ukraine is ₴20,000 (approximately $478.47 USD). Average monthly nominal wage for full-time employees in the formal sector. Excludes temporarily occupied territories (Crimea, parts of Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson oblasts). Net estimated after 18% personal income tax (PIT) and 1.5% military levy. IT sector wages are significantly higher (often paid in USD). War-related displacement and sector shifts distort averages. Source: State Statistics Service of Ukraine (Derzhstat) (2024).
How many hours is the standard work week in Ukraine?
The standard work week in Ukraine is 40 hours, with a legal maximum of 40 hours. Overtime is paid at 2x the normal rate. Labour Code sets standard working time at 40 hours/week. Overtime is compensated at double the normal rate and limited to 4 hours over 2 consecutive days, 120 hours/year. Under martial law (from Feb 2022), employers may increase working hours to 60/week and suspend certain labour protections with government approval.
How has the minimum wage in Ukraine changed over time?
The minimum wage in Ukraine has changed as follows: ₴4,173 in 2019, ₴5,000 in 2020, ₴6,000 in 2021, ₴6,500 in 2022, ₴6,700 in 2023, ₴8,000 in 2024. This represents 6 recorded adjustments.
What is the minimum wage in Ukraine in USD?
The minimum wage in Ukraine converts to approximately $1.15/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 Ukraine in USD?
The average gross monthly salary in Ukraine is approximately $478.47 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 Ukraine's minimum wage compare to the Europe average?
Ukraine's minimum wage ranks #40 out of 40 countries with statutory minimum wages in Europe, placing it among the lowest in Europe.
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