European Salary Benchmark Tool
Compare salaries across European countries by role and sector. Free salary benchmarking for recruiters and HR teams.
How to Use This Salary Comparison Tool
This free salary benchmark tool lets you compare gross annual salaries across up to 4 European countries simultaneously. All salary data is sourced from our 2026 European salary research covering 10 markets, 6 key roles, and 5 major sectors.
- Select countries: Click 2 to 4 countries to compare. Bars are color-coded per country.
- Toggle view: Switch between role-based comparison (Software Engineer, Data Analyst, etc.) and sector-based comparison (Technology, Finance, Healthcare, etc.).
- Currency normalization: All values shown in EUR. For non-eurozone countries, the original local currency amount appears alongside.
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See also: European Salary Index | European Tech Salaries 2026 | HR & Recruiter Salary Benchmarks | Recruiter Productivity Benchmarks | Candidate Response Rate Benchmarks
Frequently Asked Questions
What are average salaries in Europe in 2026?
Average salaries vary significantly across Europe. Software engineers earn from around €30,000 in Poland to over €126,000 in Switzerland. Western European countries like Germany, Ireland, and the UK cluster in the €65,000-70,000 range, while Southern and Eastern European countries offer lower but rapidly growing compensation.
Which European country pays the highest salaries?
Switzerland consistently pays the highest salaries across all roles and sectors, with tech salaries exceeding €120,000. However, the high cost of living offsets much of this premium. After Switzerland, Ireland, Germany, and the UK offer the highest compensation.
How do I compare salaries across European countries?
Use the interactive tool above: select 2-4 countries, toggle between role and sector views, and compare normalized EUR figures side-by-side. For deeper analysis, visit individual country salary pages.
Are these gross or net salaries?
All figures are gross annual salaries before tax and social contributions. Net take-home varies significantly by country due to different tax rates. Countries like Belgium and Germany have higher tax burdens, while Ireland and Switzerland are relatively lower.
What exchange rates are used?
Approximate 2026 rates: 1 GBP = 1.17 EUR, 1 CHF = 1.05 EUR, 1 SEK = 0.088 EUR, 1 PLN = 0.23 EUR. Original local currency amounts are displayed alongside EUR for non-eurozone countries.
Further reading: Best Countries to Hire Remote Workers in Europe | Total Cost of Employment in Europe
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