Payroll in Italy

Wages

Daily minimum wages range from €56 EUR to €72 EUR. Monthly minimum wages range from €1,200 EUR to €1,500 EUR.

Sectoral minimum wages, excluding those based on piecework, are determined by collective bargaining agreements and typically range from €7 EUR to €9 EUR per hour. These agreements cover various sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, and services.

Salaries

The overall annual average salary in Italy is approximately €24,000 EUR per year, with monthly ranges from €1,200 EUR to €2,000 EUR, depending on the position and experience. The monthly median salary in Italy is around €1,500 EUR.

By gender, the average annual salary for men is €26,000 EUR, while the annual average salary for women is €22,000 EUR.

Salaries by location in Italy

Milan: Generally offers salaries 15% higher than the national average for junior roles and 10% higher for mid-level roles, especially in sectors like finance, fashion, and technology.

Rome: Offers salaries 5% higher than the national average for senior positions, particularly in government, tourism, and services.

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Payroll frequency

In Italy, employees are typically paid on a monthly basis, with salaries disbursed at the end of each month or within the first few days of the following month, as specified in the employment contract or collective bargaining agreement. Italian labor law mandates that remuneration must be paid at least once a month, ensuring regular income for employees.