Minimum wage in Hungary 2026: gross and net
What the minimum wage pays a month and an hour, before and after tax and social security.
HUF 2,575,944 net a year, single, 2026 rules. Try other salaries in the calculator below.
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The minimum wage in Hungary in 2026: HUF 322,800 a month
The minimum wage in Hungary is HUF 322,800 a month since January 2026. After income tax and social security about HUF 214,662 a month is left (HUF 2,575,944 a year).
The minimum wage, before and after tax
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Gross a month | HUF 322,800.00 |
| Net a month | HUF 214,662.00 |
| Net a year | HUF 2,575,944 |
| Net per paid hour | HUF 1,238.43 |
| Net per hour worked | HUF 1,418.47 |
Source: Eurostat (earn_mw_cur), July 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Hungary in 2026?
HUF 322,800 a month: about HUF 322,800 gross a month for a full-time job.
How much is the minimum wage after tax?
About HUF 214,662 net a month for a single person without children (HUF 2,575,944 a year).
How much is it per hour after tax?
About HUF 1,238.43 net per paid hour, and HUF 1,418.47 for each hour actually worked.
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