Minimum wage in Bulgaria 2026: gross and net
What the minimum wage pays a month and an hour, before and after tax and social security.
€5,773 net a year, single, 2026 rules. Try other salaries in the calculator below.
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The minimum wage in Bulgaria in 2026: €620 a month
The minimum wage in Bulgaria is €620 a month since January 2026. After income tax and social security about €481 a month is left (€5,773 a year).
The minimum wage, before and after tax
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Gross a month | €620.00 |
| Net a month | €481.11 |
| Net a year | €5,773 |
| Net per paid hour | €2.78 |
| Net per hour worked | €3.17 |
Source: Eurostat (earn_mw_cur), July 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Bulgaria in 2026?
€620 a month: about €620 gross a month for a full-time job.
How much is the minimum wage after tax?
About €481 net a month for a single person without children (€5,773 a year).
How much is it per hour after tax?
About €2.78 net per paid hour, and €3.17 for each hour actually worked.
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