Greek Wages Climb by 30% Since 2019 as Unemployment Falls

According to labour market data outlined in the draft state budget and detailed through surveys by the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) and the ERGANI employment information system, average wages in Greece have climbed by approximately 30 percent since 2019.

Alongside these wage gains, the data indicates that unemployment in the country has fallen. Furthermore, specific sectors within the Greek economy have experienced even more pronounced growth, with wage increases exceeding 40 percent in several industries.