Average net and gross salaries across all Croatian counties increased in the third quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to the Croatian Bureau of Statistics (DZS).
Net Salary Highlights
The highest net salary growth occurred in Požega-Slavonia and Šibenik-Knin Counties, where wages rose by 17%, reaching €1,211 and €1,260, respectively. Istria County recorded the smallest increase, with a 12.6% rise to €1,236.
The City of Zagreb had the highest average net salary at €1,525, a 13.6% increase year-on-year, while Virovitica-Podravina County reported the lowest, at €1,169, up 16%.
Gross Salary Trends
Gross salaries also rose across the board. Lika-Senj County led with a 17.3% increase to €1,672, while Istria County saw the smallest rise of 12.3%, reaching €1,690. The City of Zagreb recorded the highest gross salary at €2,206, while Virovitica-Podravina County had the lowest at €1,560.
National Averages
Nationally, the average net salary reached €1,320, a 14.5% rise from Q3 2023, while the average gross salary grew by the same percentage to €1,829.
This steady wage growth reflects Croatia’s improving economic conditions, with regional variations highlighting diverse local dynamics.
