# Salaries in Serbia: average and how much they pay by profession in 2026
One of the main questions before moving is how much people earn here. Below are salary benchmarks in Serbia for 2026 (net, "take-home", in euros for convenience - payments are in dinars at an approximate rate of ~117 RSD/€).
## Average and minimum salary
The average salary nationwide is net roughly **900-1000 €** per month (higher in Belgrade, lower in small towns). The minimum is about **500 €** net. Usually the job posting lists the net amount; taxes and contributions are already included in the gross figure and are paid by the employer. For more details on taxes see the guide [Taxes when working](https://serbiahub.com/article/work_taxes).
## Salary benchmarks by profession (net/month)
| Profession | Salary range |
|---|---|
| Waiter, barista, shop assistant | 450-650 € (+ tips) |
| General laborer, loader, warehouse | 450-650 € |
| Driver, courier | 500-800 € |
| Cook | 600-1000 € (head chef - higher) |
| Administrator, receptionist, office manager | 550-800 € |
| Accountant | 700-1100 € |
| Teacher, educator | 500-750 € |
| Doctor, nurse | 600-1300 € (depends on specialization) |
| Marketing, sales | 600-1300 € |
| IT (junior → senior) | 1000 € → 2500-4000 € and above |
These are benchmarks: the actual range depends on the city, experience, language level and the company. Current job listings with salary information can be found in the [Jobs](https://serbiahub.com/jobs) section - there are filters for salary, city and category.
## What influences salary size
- **Language.** Knowing Serbian or English often raises the rate; in international IT companies sufficient English and Russian are enough.
- **City.** Belgrade and Novi Sad pay more, but housing costs are also higher - compare with the [cost of living](https://serbiahub.com/article/cost_of_living_serbia) section.
- **Status.** Official employment requires a permit and **boravak** (arranged by the employer) - see [Working in Serbia](https://serbiahub.com/article/work_serbia_guide).
## In short
The average salary in Serbia is about 900-1000 € net, the minimum around ~500 €. Linear positions (waiter, driver, warehouse) fall in the 450-800 € range, while qualified specialists and IT professionals earn significantly more. Check specific offers in the [jobs section](https://serbiahub.com/jobs) and compare them with expenses in the guide on [cost of living](https://serbiahub.com/article/cost_of_living_serbia).
*Remember that the figures provided are approximate; actual salaries may vary depending on the conditions of a particular employer.*