Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis during a cabinet meeting. The government announced a new increase in the minimum wage to 920 euros, marking the sixth rise since 2019.
The minimum wage in Greece will rise to 920 euros from April 1, directly impacting around 700,000 private sector workers, the Greek government announced on Thursday.
The increase of 40 euros per month—from 880 to 920 euros—marks the sixth consecutive adjustment since 2019, bringing the total rise over the period to 41.5 percent. The new rate will also affect public sector pay scales, seniority allowances and a range of benefits linked to the minimum wage.
What changes in practice
The new minimum wage corresponds to an increase of approximately 4.55 percent, while the daily wage for manual workers will rise from 39.30 to 41.09 euros. Public sector employees will also see a monthly increase of 40 euros.
According to the Labor Ministry, the adjustment is expected to have a broader impact beyond minimum wage earners, influencing allowances such as maternity, unemployment and parental leave benefits, as well as the overall wage structure.
Workers in Greece’s hospitality sector – one of the industries most affected by minimum wage levels – as new pay rates come into effect from April 1. Photo by Vitaly Gariev on Unsplash
Who benefits most
Net gains vary depending on age and personal circumstances. Workers under 25 will see their monthly net earnings reach 797 euros, with a monthly increase of 54 euros, while employees aged 26 to 30 will receive around 781 euros, up by 38 euros per month.
For workers over 30, monthly net earnings range between 772 and 797 euros depending on family status, with increases of up to 35 euros per month.
Wider labor market picture
The government said the increase is aligned with economic conditions, including growth of around 2.1 percent, and aims to support disposable income while maintaining balance for businesses.
Average monthly wages in Greece reached 1,516 euros in 2025, according to official data, while unemployment has fallen to its lowest level in nearly two decades.
Gap remains across sectors
Despite the increase, significant disparities persist across sectors. Data presented by the Labor Ministry shows that average salaries in industries such as finance, energy and information technology exceed 2,000 euros, with the financial sector leading at nearly 2,940 euros per month.
The government has set a target for the minimum wage to reach 950 euros by 2027, alongside a broader goal of increasing the average salary to 1,500 euros.
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