Salary calculator for Italy (2026)
Updated July 2026
To estimate a salary in Italy, start from the median gross monthly pay for the role, then adjust by experience: roughly −20% for junior, +15% for mid-senior and up to +65% for senior. A software developer's median is €3,970; a nurse's is €2,620. Net pay is 68%–74% of gross.
Key facts
- Median gross pay across the 16 roles tracked here ranges from €1,920 to €4,480 per month in Italy.
- Multipliers used: junior 0.72–0.88x median, mid 0.90–1.15x, senior 1.20–1.65x.
- Net pay in Italy is typically 68%–74% of gross monthly pay.
- There is no statutory minimum wage in Italy; the collective agreement for the sector sets the floor.
- Cost-of-living index: 112 with Ljubljana at 100, useful when comparing offers between countries.
- Figures are 2026 estimates, last reviewed July 2026.
Data table
| Role | Junior | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software developer | €2,860 | €3,970 | €6,550 |
| Nurse | €1,890 | €2,620 | €4,320 |
| Cook | €1,520 | €2,110 | €3,480 |
| Driver | €1,750 | €2,430 | €4,010 |
| Accountant | €1,940 | €2,690 | €4,440 |
| Teacher | €1,840 | €2,560 | €4,220 |
| Electrician | €1,710 | €2,370 | €3,910 |
| Waiter | €1,380 | €1,920 | €3,170 |
| Salesperson | €1,430 | €1,980 | €3,270 |
| Warehouse worker | €1,480 | €2,050 | €3,380 |
| Data analyst | €2,440 | €3,390 | €5,590 |
| Data scientist | €3,040 | €4,220 | €6,960 |
| DevOps engineer | €3,180 | €4,420 | €7,290 |
| System administrator | €2,210 | €3,070 | €5,070 |
| Web developer | €2,400 | €3,330 | €5,490 |
| Cybersecurity engineer | €3,230 | €4,480 | €7,390 |
How to calculate your salary in Italy
- Find your role in the table above and read the median gross monthly figure.
- Multiply by your experience factor: 0.8 for junior, 1.0 for mid, 1.4 for senior.
- Add a regional adjustment: about +10% in and around Rome, −5% to −10% in rural regions.
- Convert to net by multiplying by 68%–74%.
- Annualise using the number of monthly payments in your contract (12, 13 or 14 depending on the country and sector).
Italy has no statutory minimum wage; pay floors come from national collective contracts (CCNL). Northern regions — Lombardy, Emilia-Romagna, Veneto — pay noticeably more than the south.
Frequently asked questions
How accurate is this Italy salary calculator?
It gives an indicative gross monthly range built from national statistics and aggregated job postings, reviewed in July 2026. Individual offers vary with employer size, region and specialisation, so treat the range as a negotiation anchor rather than a fixed number.
How do I convert gross to net pay in Italy?
Multiply gross pay by 68%–74%. That band reflects typical income tax and social contributions; your exact figure depends on allowances, dependants and total income.
Does the calculator include bonuses and extra monthly payments?
No. Figures are base gross monthly pay. Add bonuses, 13th or 14th salaries, meal and transport allowances separately — in some countries they add 8%–16% to the annual package.
Is there a minimum wage in Italy?
Italy has no statutory minimum wage. Minimum pay is set per sector by national collective agreements, so check the agreement that covers your role.
How do I compare an offer in Italy with one in Slovenia?
Divide each gross figure by the country's cost-of-living index and compare the results. Italy sits at 112 against Ljubljana's 100, so a nominally higher salary is not automatically better in purchasing power.