Romania Salary Barometer 2026
2026 edition (first edition) · Published: 21 September 2026 · By International Work Finder
The pay benchmark for the Romanian labor market and the trends changing recruitment in 2026. The barometer covers 246 roles across 11 sectors and 42 administrative units, with monthly net salary ranges and a market median for each role.
Key findings 2026
Net median by sector (lei/month)
| Sector | Net median |
|---|---|
| IT | 11,750 |
| Legal | 11,000 |
| Pharma | 11,000 |
| Sales | 10,750 |
| Finance | 10,000 |
| Marketing | 9,250 |
| Logistics | 8,500 |
| Engineering | 8,000 |
| HR | 7,500 |
| BPO | 6,500 |
| Retail | 4,700 |
Average net salary by county
| County / region | Net average | vs average |
|---|---|---|
| Bucharest | 7,073 | +46% vs average |
| Average of the 42 administrative units | 4,839 | reference |
| Hunedoara | 4,108 | lowest |
Source: National Institute of Statistics (2025 data; Bucharest Jan. 2026), processed by IWF.
Salary tables: HR and Logistics (monthly net, lei)
Human Resources
| Role | Net min. | Net median | Net max. |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR Director | 15,000 | 21,000 | 40,000 |
| C&B Manager | 9,000 | 11,000 | 15,000 |
| HR Manager | 8,500 | 11,000 | 16,000 |
| Senior C&B (Total Rewards) | 8,000 | 10,500 | 14,000 |
| Talent Acquisition Manager | 7,500 | 10,500 | 13,000 |
| Employer Branding Manager | 7,000 | 9,000 | 12,000 |
| HRBP | 5,500 | 9,000 | 14,500 |
| L&D Manager / Training Manager | 6,500 | 8,500 | 12,000 |
| TA Team Leader | 6,500 | 8,500 | 12,000 |
| C&B Specialist | 5,500 | 7,500 | 12,000 |
| OD Specialist (Organizational Development) | 6,000 | 7,500 | 9,000 |
| HR Operations Coordinator | 5,500 | 6,800 | 9,000 |
| HR Analytics Specialist | 5,500 | 6,500 | 8,500 |
| Employer Branding Specialist | 5,500 | 6,300 | 8,500 |
| Recruiter | 3,500 | 6,000 | 9,500 |
| Talent Acquisition Specialist | 4,000 | 6,000 | 7,500 |
| HR Generalist | 4,000 | 5,800 | 8,000 |
| L&D Specialist / Training Specialist | 4,500 | 5,800 | 7,900 |
| Payroll Specialist | 4,000 | 5,800 | 8,500 |
| HR Administrator / HR Specialist | 3,500 | 5,000 | 6,500 |
Logistics & Supply Chain
| Role | Net min. | Net median | Net max. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supply Chain Director | 18,000 | 22,000 | 30,000 |
| SAP Logistics Consultant | 11,000 | 13,000 | 17,000 |
| Purchasing Manager | 11,000 | 11,500 | 18,000 |
| Warehouse Manager | 8,500 | 11,000 | 13,500 |
| Inventory Manager / Planning Manager | 8,500 | 10,500 | 13,000 |
| Logistics Manager | 8,500 | 9,500 | 13,500 |
| Logistics Engineer | 7,500 | 9,000 | 10,000 |
| Supply Chain Manager | 8,500 | 9,000 | 12,000 |
| Supply Chain Analyst | 4,500 | 8,500 | 12,000 |
| C/E Driver | 4,000 | 8,000 | 12,000 |
| Logistics Data Analyst | 5,500 | 6,800 | 8,000 |
| Customs Specialist (E-Transport) | 6,500 | 6,500 | 13,000 |
| Demand Planner | 5,500 | 6,500 | 8,500 |
| Procurement Specialist (Buyer) | 5,000 | 6,500 | 8,000 |
| Logistics Coordinator | 3,500 | 4,500 | 5,000 |
| Logistics Operator | 3,500 | 4,000 | 5,000 |
| Goods Handler | 3,000 | 3,500 | 5,800 |
The full report covers 246 roles across 11 sectors. Figures reflect skilled and specialist roles, not the average of all employees in the field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average salary in Romania in 2026?
According to the National Institute of Statistics, the average net salary was 5,843 lei in April 2026 and the average gross salary 9,740 lei, a nominal increase of 3.5% on April 2025.
Which sector pays the most in Romania in 2026?
IT, with a net median of 11,750 lei per month, followed by legal and pharma (11,000 lei each) and sales (10,750 lei), according to the Romania Salary Barometer 2026 by International Work Finder.
How do salaries in Bucharest compare with the rest of Romania?
The average net salary in Bucharest is 7,073 lei, 46% above the average of the 42 administrative units (4,839 lei). The lowest level is in Hunedoara, at 4,108 lei.
Did real wages grow in Romania in 2025?
No. Net salaries rose by 4.8% in nominal terms, but year-end CPI inflation of 9.7% cancelled out almost all of the real gain.
What is the minimum wage in Romania in 2026?
The gross minimum wage is 4,050 lei and rises to 4,325 lei from July 2026.
How much does an HR Manager earn in Romania in 2026?
Between 8,500 and 16,000 lei net per month, with a median of 11,000 lei, according to the barometer’s salary tables.
How is the barometer built?
The figures come from IWF’s own database, built from independent sources, with no competitor figures. They reflect skilled and specialist roles, with a monthly net range and a market median for each role.
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