Average Salaries Around the World

Discover how much workers really earn across the globe. We break down average salaries, taxes and regional differences using official data — clear, honest and easy to understand.

How much do people really earn around the world? Average Salary World breaks down average salaries by country and by profession, using official data from sources like the ONS, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the OECD and the World Bank. For every country we cover the median salary, what workers actually take home after tax, and how pay varies by region — so you get the real picture, not just a headline number.

Whether you’re comparing job offers, planning a move abroad, or simply curious how your pay stacks up, you’ll find clear, honest salary guides below. Explore salaries by country, dive into specific professions like welders, electricians and healthcare roles, or use our take-home pay calculator to see what you’d actually keep.

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Why Trust Our Data?

All our salary figures come from official sources such as national statistics offices, the OECD, the ILO and the World Bank. We update our guides regularly to give you the most accurate picture of earnings worldwide.

Start by exploring the highest paying trades in the UK or compare a welder’s salary in the USA vs UK.