Salary Levels in Poland: Sectors with the Highest and Lowest Earnings According to GUS Data

The Polish labor market is showing growth in average earnings, but disparities between sectors remain significant. Poland’s Central Statistical Office has released the latest data on salary levels across various sectors of the country’s economy. Learn more about which sectors offer the highest salaries and which have the lowest

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The labor market in Poland has shown steady growth in employee earnings over the past year. This is evidenced by data from the Central Statistical Office of Poland, which confirms a significant difference in wages depending on the economic sector. The gap between the highest- and lowest-paying industries has narrowed to nearly 9,000 zlotys per month.

We’ll discuss average salaries nationwide, the industries with the highest earnings, sectors with the lowest wages, and employment trends in

various sectors further in this article.

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Average Salary in Poland: Official GUS Data

In 2025, the average gross monthly wage in the Polish economy reached 8,903.56 zlotys. Compared to 2024, this figure increased by 9.1%, confirming a steady upward trend in employees’ incomes.

The overall growth in average wages is accompanied by a persistent significant disparity between different sectors of the economy. The wage gap between the highest- and lowest-paying sectors reaches nearly 9,000 zlotys per month, which influences career choices and employment trends in the country.

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Leading Sectors by Wage Levels in Poland

The information and communications sector ranked first in terms of average wages in 2025. Employees in this sector earned an average of 14,689.70 zlotys gross per month. This figure exceeds the national average wage by 65%.

The information and communications sector includes the following areas:

• IT companies and software development;
• telecommunications companies;
• digital services;
• the media industry.

High incomes are also traditionally found in the financial sector, the insurance industry, and among professionals providing specialized services. These industries consistently rank among the most attractive in Poland in terms of pay.

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Sectors with the Lowest Salaries in Poland

The lowest average salary in 2025 was recorded in the accommodation and food services sector. Employees of hotels, restaurants, and cafes earned an average of 5,990.92 zlotys gross per month. This figure is 32.7% lower than the national average salary.

It is precisely in these sectors that foreigners—particularly Ukrainian citizens—often find employment when they come to Poland for seasonal or temporary work. The hotel and restaurant sector remains one of the most accessible for workers without specific qualifications.

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Employment Structure in the Polish Labor Market

According to official data from GUS, 11.04 million people were employed full-time in Poland in 2025. This figure remained virtually unchanged compared to the previous year. The industrial sector remains the country’s largest employer, accounting for 22.5% of all full-time employees.

The following economic sectors showed the most significant growth in employment last year:

1. services — a 3% increase;
2. education — a 2.1% increase;
3. real estate — a 2% increase.

Experts note that the Polish labor market is significantly influenced by digitalization and the expansion of the service sector. Traditional industries are gradually losing some of their jobs. Poland maintains its position as one of the largest labor markets in Central Europe and continues to attract foreign workers, particularly from Ukraine.

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