Average Wage in Poland Reaches 2,280 Euros in March

Warsaw, Poland – Recent data released by Poland's Central Statistical Office (GUS) indicates a robust increase in average wages within the private sector, reaching 9,652 zlotys (approximately 2,280 euros) in March 2026. This figure reflects a notable nominal growth of 6.6% compared to the previous year, signaling a positive trend for Polish workers.

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Year-on-year, wages increased nominally by 6.6 percent.

While the headline wage growth is encouraging, the GUS report also noted a slight dip in average employment within the private sector, down 0.1% from the previous month and 0.9% year-on-year. This nuanced picture suggests that while compensation is rising, the overall number of employed individuals in this sector has seen a marginal decrease. The GUS attributed the month-on-month wage increase of 5.7% primarily to the payout of quarterly bonuses, a common practice that can temporarily inflate average earnings.

Looking ahead, economic analysts from PKO BP bank project that the average wage in Poland will continue its upward trajectory, estimating a 6% increase for the entirety of 2026. This forecast aligns with a broader economic outlook where the National Bank of Poland is expected to maintain its current benchmark interest rate of 3.75%, suggesting a stable monetary policy environment.

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The average monthly wage in the private sector in Poland reached 9,652 zlotys (2,280 euros) in March 2026.

Beyond wages, the GUS report also provided insights into the construction sector. From January to March 2026, 45,200 apartments were completed, a 1.4% decrease year-on-year. Developers handed over 26,100 units (down 5.9%), while individual investors completed 17,900 units (up 6%). Despite a drop in newly started apartments (-11.4%), a significant 7.4% increase in issued building permits indicates potential future activity. The total floor area of new apartments rose by 1.1% to 4.2 million square meters, with the average apartment size at 93.1 square meters.

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According to PKO BP bank analysts, the average wage will grow by six percent in 2026 and the National Bank of Poland will not change interest rates by the end of the year.