Average annual salary rose to 26,202 euros in 2025

In 2025, the average annual salary in the EU reached €41,464, with Portugal ranking 18th at €26,202, according to Eurostat. The EU average increased by 4.3% from €39,773 in 2024, while Portugal saw a 4.8% rise from €24,984. Luxembourg had the highest average salary at €85,600, followed by Denmark at €73,500 and Ireland at €64,400. The lowest salaries were in Bulgaria (€16,200), Greece (€18,800), and Hungary (€20,100).