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Science and Technical Services Average Salaries in Bulgaria 2024

How much money does a person working in Science and Technical Services make in Bulgaria?


Average Monthly Salary
4,310 BGN
( 51,700 BGN yearly)

LOW
1,600
BGN
AVERAGE
4,310
BGN
HIGH
7,370
BGN
All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
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 salary after tax for every career.

A person working in Science and Technical Services in Bulgaria typically earns around 4,310 BGN. Salaries range from 1,600 BGN (lowest average) to 7,370 BGN (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).


Salary Variance

The provided figure represents the median compensation that encompasses housing, transportation, and other perks. The salaries within the Science and Technical Services domain in Bulgaria exhibit significant discrepancies across various professions. In case you seek information about the remuneration of a specific position, please refer to the salaries listed below for respective job titles.

Salaries for specific jobs

Job TitleAverage Salary
Science and Technical Services
3D Lab Technologist3,090 BGN
3D Printing Specialist3,110 BGN
Algorithm Developer4,220 BGN
Analytical Chemist6,140 BGN
Anthropologist4,590 BGN
Archeologist4,180 BGN
Assistant Breeder2,220 BGN
Astronomer7,780 BGN
Atmospheric and Space Scientist6,190 BGN
Behavior Analyst4,160 BGN
Behavior Intervention Specialist4,740 BGN
Behavior Specialist4,120 BGN
Biochemist6,590 BGN
Biofuels Processing Technician2,770 BGN
Biofuels Production Manager5,070 BGN
Biologist6,940 BGN
Biomedical Laboratory Officer2,670 BGN
Biomedical Scientist6,900 BGN
Biophysicist7,000 BGN
Chemical Engineer3,150 BGN
Chemical Technologist2,990 BGN
Chemist6,730 BGN
Chief Robotics Integration Officer5,080 BGN
Chief Technologist5,930 BGN
Climate Change Analyst4,580 BGN
Clinical Laboratory Scientist7,400 BGN
Computer Scientist5,440 BGN
Conservation Scientist5,540 BGN
Data Science Specialist4,430 BGN
Data Scientist5,440 BGN
DNA Analyst6,970 BGN
Ecologist5,170 BGN
Economic Development Specialist5,390 BGN
Flavourist2,360 BGN
Food Scientist4,570 BGN
Forensic Scientist5,590 BGN
Formulation Technologist2,610 BGN
Fraud Investigator3,420 BGN
Genomics Scientist7,320 BGN
Geographer3,590 BGN
Geographic Information Systems Technician2,370 BGN
Geological Data Technician2,270 BGN
Geological Technician2,860 BGN
Geologist5,550 BGN
Geomatics Scientist5,420 BGN
Geophysical Data Technician2,300 BGN
Geospatial Information Scientist and Technologist5,160 BGN
Global Technical Lead7,080 BGN
Hydrologist4,640 BGN
Industrial Ecologist4,690 BGN
Intelligence Analyst4,070 BGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Architect3,670 BGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Compliance Analyst3,570 BGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Consultant3,940 BGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Engineer3,410 BGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Integration Specialist3,420 BGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Logistics Analyst2,850 BGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Security Analyst3,050 BGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Specialist3,230 BGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Technician2,560 BGN
Knowledge Management Specialist3,540 BGN
Lab Analyst2,930 BGN
Lab Manager4,990 BGN
Lab Technician2,020 BGN
Laboratory Manager4,830 BGN
Laboratory Researcher3,220 BGN
Laboratory Technician2,010 BGN
Life Sciences Analyst4,480 BGN
Life Scientist5,580 BGN
Marine Architect4,550 BGN
Marine Biologist4,980 BGN
Marine Superintendent3,000 BGN
Materials Analyst3,040 BGN
Materials Scientist4,970 BGN
Mathematician5,440 BGN
Medical Scientist7,460 BGN
Metallurgist4,780 BGN
Meteorologist4,940 BGN
Microbiologist7,500 BGN
Natural Language Processing Researcher4,280 BGN
Natural Resource Specialist4,020 BGN
Natural Resources Analyst4,490 BGN
Natural Sciences Manager6,510 BGN
Neurotechnology Specialist6,380 BGN
Nuclear Engineer7,160 BGN
Physical Scientist5,380 BGN
Physicist6,790 BGN
Political Scientist5,140 BGN
Polygraph Examiner1,870 BGN
Polysomnographic Technologist3,310 BGN
Product Development Scientist5,860 BGN
Quantitative Research Analyst4,910 BGN
Quantitative Researcher4,590 BGN
Quantum Algorithm Developer4,110 BGN
Quantum Computing Engineer3,830 BGN
Quantum Computing Ethics Officer3,380 BGN
Quantum Computing Specialist4,010 BGN
Radiation Protection Specialist3,840 BGN
Refrigeration Technician1,550 BGN
Research Scientist4,870 BGN
Risk Safety Engineer3,130 BGN
Robotics Architect4,300 BGN
Scientific Photographer3,070 BGN
Scientific Programmer4,510 BGN
Scientist5,090 BGN
Service Engineer3,270 BGN
Service Technician2,050 BGN
Social Science Research Assistant2,800 BGN
Social Scientist5,360 BGN
Sociologist5,330 BGN
Soil Scientist4,190 BGN
Statistical Analyst3,150 BGN
Statistical Assistant2,150 BGN
Statistician4,950 BGN
Survey Analyst2,860 BGN
Survey Researcher2,750 BGN
Surveying and Mapping Technician1,940 BGN
Team Leader4,520 BGN
Technical Manager4,800 BGN
Technical Officer2,150 BGN
Technical Service Director6,180 BGN
Technical Services Regulatory Affairs Specialist3,060 BGN
Technical Services Research and Development Manager7,190 BGN
Technical Services Research Associate3,600 BGN
Technical Services Research Coordinator3,600 BGN
Technician1,930 BGN
Water Ecologist5,800 BGN
Wearable Technology Developer3,520 BGN
Wearables Specialist3,110 BGN
Wildlife Biologist4,930 BGN


Science and Technical Services Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Bulgaria

Median and salary distribution Bulgaria Science and Technical Services monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
3,950 BGN or more
10% of people earn
3,360 to 3,950 BGN
20% of people earn
2,080 BGN or less
65% of people earn
2,080 to 3,360 BGN
Minimum Salary
1,600 BGN
Median
3,940 BGN
Maximum
7,370 BGN




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

All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Science and Technical Services in Bulgaria range from 1,600 BGN (starting average salary) to 7,370 BGN (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). To clarify, the number presented is not the legally mandated minimum wage. Rather, it represents the lowest figure reported in a salary survey that involved thousands of participants and professionals from across the entire country.

  • Median Salary

    The median income in the field of Science and Technical Services is 3,940 BGN, implying that half of the workforce in Bulgaria earns less than this figure, and the other half earns more. It represents the central value of salaries. As a rule of thumb, you would prefer to be part of the group earning above the median wage, situated on the right-hand side of the salary distribution chart.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Two values that are highly correlated with the median are the 25th and 75th percentiles. By examining the salary distribution diagram, it is possible to determine that 25% of individuals employed in Science and Technical Services in Bulgaria earn less than 3,040 BGN, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 4,660 BGN, while 25% earn more than that.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    Data was regrouped into brackets to provide a better understanding of what salaries can be expected. This approach was deemed more accurate than relying solely on the average salary, as it offers greater insights into the distribution of salaries in the field of Science and Technical Services in Bulgaria. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 2,080 BGN to 3,360 BGN. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 2,080 BGN mark, while 10% ranged from 3,360 BGN to 3,950 BGN. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 3,950 BGN or higher.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

Salary Comparison By Experience Level
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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 in Science and Technical Services in Bulgaria 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.

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.


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.
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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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.

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 degree levels across many jobs in Science and Technical Services in Bulgaria, below are our findings.

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 certificate 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 Bulgaria costs anywhere from 16,600 BGN to 49,700 BGN and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.

Employees can't expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming they 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 to 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 the situation and experience among many other factors. Putting all variables aside, if a person can afford the costs of higher education then the return on investment is definitely worth it. Degree costs can be recovered roughly in a year or so.



Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender / Science and Technical Services / Bulgaria

Salary comparison by gender Bulgaria Science and Technical Services monthly
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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? In the field of Science and Technical Services in Bulgaria, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 6%.

Male
4,430 BGN
Female-6%
4,160 BGN
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Bulgaria for all Careers

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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Science and Technical Services / Bulgaria

How much are annual salary increments in Bulgaria for individuals working in Science and Technical Services? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Science and Technical Services in Bulgaria are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 9% every 18 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 7% granted to employees every 20 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Bulgaria Science and Technical Services
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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.

Bulgaria / All Professions

Annual Salary Increment Rate Bulgaria
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The term Annual Salary Increase usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rare 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 Bulgaria is 4%.

Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

World Average Annual Salary Increment
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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 / Science and Technical Services / Bulgaria

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Bulgaria Science and Technical Services
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49% of surveyed staff in Science and Technical Services reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 51% 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
51%
No Bonus
49%

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.


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.

Hourly Average Wage / Science and Technical Services / Bulgaria


25 BGN per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Science and Technical Services in Bulgaria is 25 BGN.This is the rate they get paid 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 fixed 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?

The minimum pay rate per hour for people working in Science and Technical Services in Bulgaria is 9 BGN. 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
Burgas4,490 BGN
Plovdiv4,850 BGN
Rousse4,410 BGN
Sofia5,030 BGN
Stara Zagora4,230 BGN
Varna4,670 BGN

Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working in a private company or the government? The difference between the public or government sector salaries and the private sector salaries in Bulgaria is 9% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
3,140 BGN
Public Sector+9%
3,440 BGN
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 Science and Technical Services in Bulgaria?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 3,940 BGN and 4,660 BGN. This is a very rough estimate. Experience and education play a very huge part in the final earnings.

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 salary after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary for jobs in Science and Technical Services in Bulgaria ranges from 1,600 BGN to 3,040 BGN. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range with 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 the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people earn 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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