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Average Salary in Azerbaijan 2023

How much money does a person working in Azerbaijan make?


Average Monthly Salary
2,950 AZN
( 35,400 AZN yearly)

LOW
750
AZN
AVERAGE
2,950
AZN
HIGH
13,200
AZN

A person working in Azerbaijan typically earns around 2,950 AZN per month. Salaries range from 750 AZN (lowest average) to 13,200 AZN (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).

This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits. Salaries vary drastically between different careers. If you are interested in the salary of a particular job, see below for salaries for specific job titles.

Pay Scale and Salaries in Azerbaijan

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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
5,770 AZN or more
10% of people earn
4,520 to 5,770 AZN
20% of people earn
1,760 AZN or less
65% of people earn
1,760 to 4,520 AZN
Minimum Salary
750 AZN
Median
2,650 AZN
Maximum
13,200 AZN


Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range

  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Azerbaijan range from 750 AZN per month (starting salary) to 13,200 AZN per month (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). This is not the minimum wage as per the law, only the lowest reported number in the salary survey that had thousands of participants and professionals from all over the country.

  • Median Salary

    The median salary is 2,650 AZN per month, which means that half (50%) of the population are earning less than 2,650 AZN while the other half are earning more than 2,650 AZN. The median represents the middle salary value. Generally speaking, you would want to be on the right side of the graph with the group earning more than the median salary.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Closely related to the median are two values: the 25th and the 75th percentiles. Reading from the salary distribution diagram, 25% of the population are earning less than 1,910 AZN while 75% of them are earning more than 1,910 AZN. Also from the diagram, 75% of the population are earning less than 4,010 AZN while 25% are earning more than 4,010 AZN.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    We grouped the most common and recurring salaries into brackets to give more insight into what salary to expect. This method is more accurate than just the average salary and gives more insights on how salaries are actually distributed. Around 65% of all reported figures are in the range 1,760 AZN to 4,520 AZN. Approximatly 20% fall under the 1,760 AZN cap. Ten percent of wages are from 4,520 AZN to 5,770 AZN. Only 5% of people grossed 5,770 AZN or more.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

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The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally the more years of experience the higher the wage.

Generally speaking, employees having experience from two to five years earn on average 32% more than freshers and juniors across all industries and disciplines.

Professionals with experience of more than five years tend to earn on average 36% more than those with five years or less of work experience.


Change in salary based on experience varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of many different jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.

As you hit the ten years mark, the salary increases by 21% and an additional 14% for those who have crossed the 15 years mark.

Those figures are presented as guidelines only. The numbers become more significant if you consider one job title at a time.

On average, a person's salary doubles their starting salary by the time they cross the 10 years* experience mark.
* Based on the average change in salary over time. Salary variations differ from person to person.

Salary Comparison By Education

How does the education level affect your salary?

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It is well known that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income? We compared the salaries of professionals at the same level but with different college degrees levels across many jobs, below are our findings.


Change in salary based on education varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of multiple jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.

Workers with a certificate or diploma earn on average 17% more than their peers who only reached the high school level.

Employees who earned a Bachelor's Degree earn 24% more than those who only managed to attain a cerificate or diploma.

Professionals who attained a Master's Degree are awarded salaries that are 29% more than those with a Bachelor's Degree.

Finally, PhD holders earn 23% more than Master's Degree holders on average while doing the same job.


Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?

A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Azerbaijan costs anywhere from 14,700 Azerbaijanian Manat(s) to 44,200 Azerbaijanian Manat(s) and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.

You can't really expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming you already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.

Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch into a higher paying job. The numbers seem to support this tactic. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.

The decision really depends on your situation and experience among many other factors. Putting all variables aside, if you can afford the costs of higher education then the return on investment is definitely worth it. You should be able to recover the costs in roughly a year or so.



Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender

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Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? Male employees in Azerbaijan earn 11% more than their female counterparts on avergae across all sectors.

Male
3,070 AZN
Female-10%
2,760 AZN
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage in Azerbaijan

How much are annual salary increments in Azerbaijan? How often do employees get salary raises?

Azerbaijan

Employees in Azerbaijan are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 7% every 20 months.

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The figures provided here are averages of numbers. Those figures should be taken as general guidelines. Salary increments will vary from person to person and depend on many factors, but your performance and contribution to the success of the organization remain the most important factors in determining how much and how often you will be granted a raise.

The term 'Annual Salary Increase' usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rarely that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.

How to calculate the salary increment percentage?

The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 ÷ Increase Frequency

The average salary increase in one year (12 months) in Azerbaijan is 4%.

Annual Increment Rate By Industry 2022

Banking
6%
Energy
3%
Information Technology
9%
Healthcare
6%
Travel
3%
Construction
9%
Education
6%

Listed above are the average annual increase rates for each industry in Azerbaijan for the year 2022. Companies within thriving industries tend to provide higher and more frequent raises. Exceptions do exist, but generally speaking, the situation of any company is closely related to the economic situation in the country or region. These figures tend to change frequently.


Average Salary Increase Rate by Experience Level

Junoir Level
3% - 5%
Mid-Career
6% - 9%
Senior Level
10% - 15%
Top Management
15% - 20%

The difference in increment rates is somehow justified because employers put more effort to retain more experienced staff since they are harder to acquire than less experienced ones.

Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

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Salary Packages and Schemes

Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.

Bonus and Incentive Rates in Azerbaijan

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Azerbaijan
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50% of surveyed staff in Azerbaijan reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 50% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.

Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 3% to 6% of their annual salary.

Received Bonus
50%
No Bonus
50%

Types of Bonuses Considered

Individual Performance-Based Bonuses

The most standard form of bonus where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.

Company Performance Bonuses

Occasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.

Goal-Based Bonuses

Granted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.

Holiday / End of Year Bonuses

These types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.

Bonuses Are Not Commissions!

People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.


Bonus Rates Comparison by Career Field

Finance
High
Architecture
High
Sales
High
Business Development
High
Marketing / Advertising
High
Information Technology
Moderate
Healthcare
Moderate
Insurance
Moderate
Customer Service
Moderate
Human Resources
Moderate
Construction
Low
Transport
Low
Hospitality
Low

What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?

The main two types of jobs

Revenue GeneratorsSupporting Cast

Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business.

Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations.

Example:
A graphics designer working for a graphics designing company.

Example:
A graphic designer in the marketing department of a hospital.


Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.

Try to work for companies where your skills can generate revenue. We can't all generate revenue and that's perfectly fine.

Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level

Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.

Salary Trend and Forecast in Azerbaijan

How are Azerbaijan salaries changing over time? The chart below shows the average salary change in the past few years.

Average Salary 2019
2,620 AZN
Average Salary 2020+4%
2,720 AZN
Average Salary 2021+3%
2,790 AZN
Average Salary 2022+2%
2,840 AZN
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salaries in Azerbaijan are on the rise in the year 2023 based on recent submitted salaries and reports. As displayed in the chart, salaries in 2022 are 2% higher than those of 2021. The trend suggests a slow yet continuous increase in pay in 2024 and future years. These numbers may vary from industry to another.

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Salaries for popular jobs. Salaries by occupations.

Job TitleAverage Salary
Accounting and Finance
Accountant2,130 AZN
Accounting Assistant1,690 AZN
Accounting Manager4,390 AZN
Bookkeeper1,440 AZN
Chartered Accountant2,760 AZN
Corporate Treasurer4,030 AZN
Financial Analyst4,040 AZN
Financial Manager5,730 AZN
Internal Auditor2,840 AZN

Administration / Reception / Secretarial
Administrative Assistant1,660 AZN
Office Manager2,740 AZN
Receptionist1,190 AZN
Secretary1,360 AZN

Advertising / Grapic Design / Events
Art Director2,940 AZN
Creative Director2,960 AZN
Graphic Designer1,830 AZN
Photographer1,670 AZN

Airlines / Aviation / Aerospace / Defense
Aerospace Engineer3,790 AZN
Air Traffic Controller3,300 AZN
Flight Attendant2,040 AZN
Pilot4,970 AZN

Architecture
Architect3,780 AZN
CAD Drafter1,550 AZN

Automotive
Mechanic1,120 AZN
Service Advisor2,120 AZN

Banking
Bank Branch Manager5,480 AZN
Teller1,180 AZN

Bilingual
Teacher2,300 AZN
Translator2,760 AZN

Business Planning
Business Analyst3,830 AZN
Business Development Manager4,700 AZN
Project Manager3,550 AZN

Care Giving and Child Care
Nanny1,270 AZN
Nursery Teacher1,170 AZN

Construction / Building / Installation
Civil Engineer2,750 AZN
Construction Project Manager4,930 AZN
Health and Safety Officer1,300 AZN

Customer Service and Call Center
Call Center Representative1,170 AZN
Customer Service Manager3,950 AZN
Customer Service Representative1,110 AZN

Engineering
Electrical Engineer3,060 AZN
Engineer2,740 AZN
Mechanical Engineer2,840 AZN

Executive and Management
Chief Executive Officer6,720 AZN
Chief Financial Officer6,210 AZN
General Manager5,120 AZN

Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering
Chef1,890 AZN
Executive Chef2,250 AZN
Hotel Manager5,590 AZN
Travel Agent1,890 AZN
Waiter / Waitress960 AZN

Health and Medical
Dentist7,270 AZN
Dietitian6,030 AZN
Laboratory Technician2,250 AZN
Nurse2,420 AZN

Human Resources
Human Resources Manager4,620 AZN
Human Resources Officer1,770 AZN

Information Technology
Computer Technician2,280 AZN
Database Administrator3,130 AZN
Developer / Programmer2,940 AZN
Information Technology Manager5,100 AZN
Network Engineer2,550 AZN

Law Enforcement / Security / Fire
Police Officer1,840 AZN

Legal
Attorney6,180 AZN
Legal Assistant1,530 AZN

Media / Broadcasting / Arts / Entertainment
Journalist3,530 AZN

Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology
Biomedical Engineer2,530 AZN
Pharmacist4,040 AZN

Sales Retail and Wholesale
Cashier1,120 AZN
Sales Manager5,020 AZN
Sales Representative1,920 AZN

Teaching / Education
Elementary School Teacher2,150 AZN
Secondary School Teacher2,450 AZN

Average Hourly Wage in Azerbaijan


17 AZN per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Azerbaijan is 17 AZN. This means that the average person in Azerbaijan earns approximately 17 AZN for every worked hour.


Hourly Wage = Annual Salary ÷ ( 52 x 5 x 8 )

About The Hourly Pay Rate

The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fix amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.

What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?

This minimum pay rate per hour for a person in Azerbaijan is 4 AZN. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.

Salary Comparison By City

CityAverage Salary
Baku3,220 AZN
Ganja2,990 AZN
Sumqayit2,740 AZN

Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working for a private company or for the government? Public sector employees in Azerbaijan earn 10% more than their private sector counterparts on average across all sectors.

Private Sector
2,790 AZN
Public Sector+10%
3,060 AZN
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide

What is considered to be a good and competitive salary in Azerbaijan?

It is extremely difficult to give an exact figure of a good salary when no specific job is selected, however; an estimate can be provided based purely on the cost of living. A good compensation in Azerbaijan would range anywhere between 2,650 AZN and 4,010 AZN.

Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)

All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salart after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary in Azerbaijan is ranges from 1,910 AZN to 4,010 AZN. The base salary depends on many factors including profession, experience, and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range in a grain of salt.


What is the difference between the median and the average salary?

Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both of the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people are earning more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary


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