Minimum wage in Slovenia (2026)
Updated October 2026
Slovenia's statutory minimum wage for work from 1 January 2026 is €1,481.88 gross per month — about 16% more than last year (€1,277.72). The Ministry of Labour puts that at around €1,000 net; the exact amount depends on personal tax reliefs.
Key facts
- Statutory gross minimum wage for work from 1 January 2026: €1,481.88 per month (2025: €1,277.72, a rise of €204.16).
- The amount was set by the Minister of Labour under the Minimum Wage Act and published in the Official Gazette (Uradni list RS) on 30 January 2026.
- Net: around €1,000 according to the Ministry. The actual figure depends on reliefs such as dependants.
- Employer cost: roughly €1,720 per month (gross plus about 16.1% employer contributions, indicative).
- Unemployment benefit is tied to the minimum wage from 1 January 2026: at least €1,037.32 and at most €1,926.44 gross.
- The lowest gross hourly rate for student and pupil work is €8.98 (previously €7.34).
- The minimum wage does not include holiday allowance (regres), severance or jubilee awards. Sector collective agreements can set a higher floor.
Minimum wage 2026 in numbers
| Item | 2026 amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum wage (gross) | €1,481.88 | 2025: €1,277.72 |
| Minimum wage (net, approx.) | about €1,000 | per the Ministry; depends on reliefs |
| Employer cost (approx.) | about €1,720 | gross + roughly 16.1% employer contributions |
| Unemployment benefit, minimum | €1,037.32 gross | 70% of the minimum wage |
| Unemployment benefit, maximum | €1,926.44 gross | 130% of the minimum wage |
| Student work, lowest gross hourly rate | €8.98 | previously €7.34 |
How much is the 2026 minimum wage net?
The Ministry of Labour states that a gross minimum wage of €1,481.88 leaves around €1,000 net. Employee contributions (22.10%) and income tax, reduced by the general allowance and any other reliefs, are deducted from gross, so the figure is indicative. Gross, net and employer cost are explained on net vs gross salary in Slovenia.
What changes with the increase
- Unemployment benefit: from 1 January 2026 at least €1,037.32 and at most €1,926.44 gross (70% and 130% of the minimum wage).
- Student work: lowest gross hourly rate €8.98, previously €7.34.
- Employer cost: at the minimum wage, gross plus employer contributions comes to about €1,720 per month.
Looking for pay above the minimum?
The minimum wage is a floor, not a typical salary: the average gross wage is about 81% higher — see the average salary in Slovenia. Pay by role is in the salary guides and the salary ranking; use the Slovenia salary calculator for an estimate. Current openings are on Jobflick jobs, where every match is scored on skills, culture fit and personality.
Sources
- gov.si: minimum wage for 2026 set (28 Jan 2026)
- gov.si: higher minimum hourly rates and unemployment benefit after the increase (5 Feb 2026)
- Uradni list RS: amount of the minimum wage for 2026 (30 Jan 2026)
Figures reviewed 2026-10-14. Net and employer cost are indicative; payroll uses the employer's official calculation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Slovenia in 2026?
€1,481.88 gross per month for work from 1 January 2026. Last year it was €1,277.72.
How much is the 2026 minimum wage net?
Around €1,000 net according to the Ministry of Labour. The exact amount depends on personal reliefs such as dependants.
How much did the minimum wage rise?
From €1,277.72 to €1,481.88 gross — €204.16, or about 16% more.
Is the minimum wage the lowest pay in every sector?
The statutory minimum wage is the floor for full-time work. Sector collective agreements and employment contracts can set higher pay, never lower.
How much is unemployment benefit after the increase?
From 1 January 2026 at least €1,037.32 and at most €1,926.44 gross per month — 70% and 130% of the minimum wage.
What is the lowest hourly rate for student work?
€8.98 gross per hour; previously €7.34.