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Automotive Average Salaries in Denmark 2024

How much money does a person working in Automotive make in Denmark?


Average Monthly Salary
30,400 DKK
( 365,000 DKK yearly)

LOW
12,100
DKK
AVERAGE
30,400
DKK
HIGH
75,600
DKK
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 Automotive in Denmark typically earns around 30,400 DKK. Salaries range from 12,100 DKK (lowest average) to 75,600 DKK (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 Automotive domain in Denmark 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
Automotive
After Sales Automotive Manager42,800 DKK
Alignment Technician13,900 DKK
Auto Damage Adjuster16,000 DKK
Auto Detailer16,100 DKK
Auto Parts Manager49,400 DKK
Automotive Assembler15,500 DKK
Automotive Assembly Manager44,900 DKK
Automotive Assembly Operator14,800 DKK
Automotive Body Repairer15,100 DKK
Automotive Branch Manager64,800 DKK
Automotive Central Planner21,600 DKK
Automotive Electrician18,400 DKK
Automotive Engineering Technician21,100 DKK
Automotive Estimating Manager37,300 DKK
Automotive Estimator30,700 DKK
Automotive General Manager76,800 DKK
Automotive Inventory Officer14,900 DKK
Automotive Machine Learning Engineer38,800 DKK
Automotive Manager71,800 DKK
Automotive Master Mechanic21,400 DKK
Automotive Parts Supplier22,400 DKK
Automotive Project Engineer27,200 DKK
Automotive Project Manager50,700 DKK
Automotive Purchase Manager54,200 DKK
Automotive Sales31,200 DKK
Automotive Service Technician15,300 DKK
Automotive Technician15,100 DKK
Automotive Technician15,100 DKK
Automotive Test Engineer25,000 DKK
Automotive Warranty Administrator24,100 DKK
Automotive Warranty Clerk16,800 DKK
Autonomous / Driverless Vehicle Engineer44,200 DKK
Autonomous Vehicle Fleet Manager53,400 DKK
Autonomous Vehicle Technician25,700 DKK
Car Parts and Accessories Fitter13,800 DKK
Car Salesman30,500 DKK
Charging Infrastructure Specialist54,000 DKK
Clean-Car Engineer38,000 DKK
Connected Car App Developer39,300 DKK
Connected Car Engineer43,800 DKK
Damage Appraiser21,800 DKK
Diesel Engine Specialist20,200 DKK
Electric Vehicle Battery Technician18,500 DKK
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Specialist34,900 DKK
Electric Vehicle Charging Network Analyst39,700 DKK
Electric Vehicle Charging Station Manager34,800 DKK
Electric Vehicle Engineer44,400 DKK
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Manager52,600 DKK
Electric Vehicle Sales Consultant41,300 DKK
Electric Vehicle Technician24,700 DKK
Infotainment System Developer43,800 DKK
Job Card Opener13,400 DKK
Light Detection and Ranging Engineer40,900 DKK
Lube Technician12,200 DKK
Master File Maintenance20,200 DKK
Materials Planner21,900 DKK
Mechanic14,600 DKK
Motor Vehicle Inspector22,600 DKK
Motorcycle Mechanic15,800 DKK
Self-driving Car Tester29,200 DKK
Service Advisor27,300 DKK
Service Manager47,100 DKK
Smart Mobility Engineer36,700 DKK
Stock Controller18,300 DKK
Technical Advisor27,900 DKK
Telematics Analyst35,100 DKK
Telematics Specialist33,700 DKK
Telematics Technician24,400 DKK
Tire Retreader13,300 DKK
Used Car Manager41,000 DKK
Vehicle Body Maker18,200 DKK
Vehicle Connectivity Engineer36,200 DKK
Vehicle Examiner19,900 DKK
Vehicle Painter13,100 DKK
Vehicle Trimmer14,000 DKK
Vehicle User Experience Designer45,100 DKK
Welder12,000 DKK


Automotive Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Denmark

Median and salary distribution Denmark Automotive monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
37,100 DKK or more
10% of people earn
30,800 to 37,100 DKK
20% of people earn
17,000 DKK or less
65% of people earn
17,000 to 30,800 DKK
Minimum Salary
12,100 DKK
Median
27,400 DKK
Maximum
75,600 DKK




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 Automotive in Denmark range from 12,100 DKK (starting average salary) to 75,600 DKK (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 Automotive is 27,400 DKK, implying that half of the workforce in Denmark 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 Automotive in Denmark earn less than 21,400 DKK, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 34,600 DKK, 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 Automotive in Denmark. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 17,000 DKK to 30,800 DKK. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 17,000 DKK mark, while 10% ranged from 30,800 DKK to 37,100 DKK. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 37,100 DKK or higher.

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 in Automotive in Denmark 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 Automotive in Denmark, 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 Denmark costs anywhere from 204,000 DKK to 612,000 DKK 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 / Automotive / Denmark

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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 Automotive in Denmark, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 4%.

Male
31,100 DKK
Female-4%
29,800 DKK
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Denmark for all Careers

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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Automotive / Denmark

How much are annual salary increments in Denmark for individuals working in Automotive? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Automotive in Denmark are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 9% every 14 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 9% granted to employees every 15 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.

Denmark / All Professions

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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 Denmark is 7%.

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 / Automotive / Denmark

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Denmark Automotive
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47% of surveyed staff in Automotive reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 53% 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
53%
No Bonus
47%

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 / Automotive / Denmark


180 DKK per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Automotive in Denmark is 180 DKK.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 Automotive in Denmark is 70 DKK. 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
Copenhagen32,500 DKK

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 Denmark is 6% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
39,700 DKK
Public Sector+6%
42,000 DKK
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 Automotive in Denmark?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 27,400 DKK and 34,600 DKK. 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 Automotive in Denmark ranges from 12,100 DKK to 21,400 DKK. 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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