Real wages in Belarus are ahead of Russia: a new fake? Ten of the poorest and richest areas in Belarus Life in the village

Belarus is very different from Russia, despite the fact that it itself is a close “neighbor” and all the people living there speak Russian. And the atmosphere is different - the surrounding cleanliness catches your eye. How is everything going financially? The average, as in Russia, differs by industry. But it can hardly be called satisfactory, since only 15.7% of the state’s population are satisfied with their income. However, first things first.

Latest data

Today, the average salary in Belarus is approximately 6,000,000 local rubles. This is a little less than 20,000 rubles. in Russian currency. But this, of course, is data valid until the 2016 denomination. Now one is equal to 33.1 Russian. So, according to new data, the average salary in Belarus is ~600 BYN. And now, for convenience, it is worth citing everything as an example at the rate that is valid after the denomination.

The highest wages were recorded in the city of Fanipol. They earn an average of about 1,460 BYN (48,000 rubles). Pruzhany is not far behind - in this city the figures are 1,350 BYN (45,000 rubles).

And, of course, we must not forget about Minsk - the capital of the state. If you believe the latest data from the National Statistics Committee, then the average salary here is 1,115 BYN (37,000 rubles). That is $580 per month. This is approximately the average salary in Belarus in 2015. In 2017 it will be possible to compare with the indicators for 2016.

The most profitable professions

If you believe the same statistics from the National Committee, then civil aviation pilots are paid the most. Their average salary in Belarus is 1,435 BYN (48,000 rubles). The committee immediately refers to the information provided by Belavia. It is alleged that with allowances, additional payments and bonuses, the flight crew receives about 230-260 thousand Russian rubles!

Employees of enterprises producing coke (petroleum products, coal substances, etc.) receive approximately 1,245 BYN (this is about 42,000 rubles). It is worth noting that the work of these specialists is unsafe, and the level of payment in this regard leaves much to be desired.

Middle class

Well, above we named a kind of TOP-3 profitable professions. Now we can move on to the middle class.

This includes employees working in the financial sector. Their average salaries in Belarus are 1,030 BYN. This is approximately 35,000 rubles, in principle, everything is the same as in Russia. Workers in chemical production receive approximately the same amount.

Next come people working in the fields of engineering and architecture. Their average salaries in Belarus are about 970 BYN. This is about 32,000 rubles.

Media specialists earn less. They are paid about 910 BYN per month (~30,000 rubles). The same salary is observed for people associated with the mining industry. And employees of enterprises producing office equipment.

Other industries

An amount of 800-890 BYN (~27-29 tr) is received monthly by specialists who work in the field of scientific development and research, as well as people associated with the extraction of mineral resources (with the exception of fuel and energy). Workers in the construction and publishing industries can count on the same salary.

People working in the trade, repair, insurance, real estate and vehicle maintenance industries earn about the same. Just like Russian Railways workers. The basic average salary in the Republic of Belarus for all of the above specialists is practically the same.

Considering that on January 1 of this year, 2016, a minimum salary of 250 BYN (about 8,300 rubles) was established in this state, then all the indicators are not so bad.

Finally, I would like to talk about the five lowest-paid areas. Livestock farming - workers in this industry are paid on average 480 BYN per month (RUB 15,900). Next comes the water transport sector - 470 BYN (15,550 rubles). Third place on this list is occupied by creative activities and everything related to entertainment. Its employees receive an average of 450 BYN (14,900 rubles). In second place is the social services industry. The salary of people associated with this activity is 410 BYN (13,580 rubles). And finally, the first place is occupied by the activities of archives, museums, libraries and other cultural places. Employees working in this area receive about 400 BYN (13,300 rubles).

As you can see, the income level of residents of the neighboring state is just as low as ours. So all that remains is for them to wish for an improvement in the economic situation and, accordingly, an increase in salaries.

In December 2016, compared to the same period in 2015, dollar wages in Russia and Ukraine increased. In Belarus they remained virtually unchanged. What is happening on the labor market in three countries, what to expect in 2017 - comments our economic observer Dmitry Ivanovich.

In December 2016, wages in Belarus amounted to 801.6 Belarusian rubles ($408.3). Compared to December 2015, they increased by only $1.2.

In Russia, salaries increased by $142 over the year. In Ukraine, in December last year, compared to December the year before, average earnings increased by $24.

Dynamics of wages in Belarus, Russia and Ukraine in 2015–2016, in $

Thus, in December 2016, wages in Russia were 1.87 times higher than wages in Belarus. And 3.1 times - wages in Ukraine.

At the end of 2016, average salaries in Belarus were 65% higher than in Ukraine.

Dynamics of wages in Belarus and Ukraine in 2015-2016, as a percentage of the average monthly wage in Russia

Here are regional salaries in three countries at the end of last year:

Average salary in Belarus, Russia and Ukraine in December 2016, in $

Belarus the only one of the three countries in which in December last year in some regions wages in dollar equivalent did not increase compared to December 2015.

The level of wages in Belarus is oriented towards the Russian one. However, attempts to overcome the level of 80% of wages in Russia ended in our country:

Devaluation processes
A return to the average salary range of 55%–65% of Russian

Until the recovery of the Ukrainian economy, the Belarusian labor market was of interest to specialists from this country. However, last year interest in the Belarusian labor market decreased significantly. The number of migration influx of Ukrainian citizens is decreasing:

In 2015, taking into account those who left, 9.7 thousand citizens of Ukraine came to Belarus
In 2016 - 3.7 thousand

Of the three countries, Belarus has the lowest level of bonus payments at the end of the year - within 10-15% of the salary in November 2016.

Russia the only one of the three countries in which the national currency has strengthened. This has had a large positive impact on wages in dollar terms. As a result, wages in Russian rubles increased by 9.6%, in dollars - by 22.8%.

Wage growth occurred against the backdrop of neutral dynamics in the economy.

Salaries in December 2016 in all Russian regions exceeded $400:

The maximum level was noted in the Chukotka Autonomous Okrug - $1,852. This region also leads in absolute salary growth over 12 months - by $422.
In 10 regions, Moscow and St. Petersburg, as of December they paid $1000+

Russia is characterized by the highest level of bonus payments at the end of the year - on average, December salaries are 30% higher than November ones.

Ukraine the only one of the three countries in which the tax burden on the payroll fund has significantly decreased over the past two years:

After the reform carried out in the country, the single social contribution has been reduced from 41 to 22% since 2016.
Another 18% is personal income tax and 1.5% is military duty

A reduction in the tax burden could have a more significant impact on wage growth. However, employers kept most of the savings and reduced their costs. According to various estimates, 40% of social contribution payers declare minimum earnings. Every second worker in the country receives a salary in an envelope. For these reasons, the real level of wages in Ukraine differs significantly from Ukrstat data.

Regionally, dollar wages have increased in all regions. The highest, in Kyiv, amounted to $423 in December. In all other regions of Ukraine, workers did not receive an average of more than $270. A year earlier, with the exception of Kyiv, the maximum salary level did not exceed $250.

Bonus payments at the end of the year in Ukraine range from 15% to 20% of the salary in November.

The highest paid activities

Data: Belstat, Rosstat, Ukrastat, own calculations

In the highest paying activities in all three countries, wages increased over 12 months. The financial sector leads in terms of wages in Russia and is one of the three highest paid sectors in Belarus and Ukraine. A high level is noted in the field of scientific research and development. In Belarus, he is not among the highest paid, but exceeds the average salary in the country.

Low-wage sectors of the economy in the three countries include agriculture, textiles, hotels and catering.

Trends:

Russia and Ukraine had minimum wage levels in 2015. Since then, wages in these countries have been increasing. There are economic prerequisites for this (growth of industrial production, growth of financial indicators of enterprises) for a further increase in wages. An additional factor for Russia may be a reduction in the working-age population due to demographic processes.

The situation in Belarus depends on the willingness of the authorities to reform the current economic model. It is unable to achieve its goal of raising wages to $500 without a significant amount of external assistance.

In Ukraine, real salaries are higher than declared ones. Making adjustments to regulatory documents on the taxation system can significantly increase the official level of remuneration.

The conflict situation between Russia and Ukraine will not contribute to the flow of labor migrants. If the entry regime into the EU is simplified, specialists from Ukraine may find themselves on a more interesting European market in terms of salary.

The Belarusian market will cease to be attractive for Ukrainian citizens.

We present vacancy statistics and market analysis in Belarus. Data current as of January 14, 2020. The total number of vacancies is 63247, the average salary is 100,000. Below you will find extended data with graphs.

Ranking of average salaries by city in Belarus

The highest average salaries are observed in Beshenkovichi, where they earn 2,100,000. Next comes Verkhnedvinsk and 2,100,000. In third place is the amount of 2,100,000 - the average amount earned in Glubokoye.

Distribution of vacancies by industry in Belarus

The greatest need for employees is observed in the Sales industry, with 2,456 vacancies open here. Next - Manufacturing and 814 vacancies. The number 659 closes the top three - this is how many offers are open in the Transport, car service industry.

The highest paying industries in Belarus

In the first numbers - Staff for the home and 1,900,000. Second place with an average salary of 1,800,000 - IT, Internet, communications, telecom. In third place is Journalism, translators with 1,700,000.

TOP job offers in Belarus

The most popular specialty in Belarus is Worker, with 3,347 vacancies open here. Next comes Manager and 3326 vacancies. And 3110 - this is how many applicants are required for the Specialist profession.

Ranking of salaries by profession in Belarus

In first place is Perl Programmer and 6,800,000. Second place with an average salary of 5,600,000 is taken by the Director of the Marketing Department. The director of the department completes the top three with 5,600,000.

The devaluation of the ruble and the general economic crisis in the Russian Federation have led to the fact that wages in Belarus and Russia in dollar terms in many industries have now become almost the same. This is shown by calculations by the Higher School of Economics and the Institute of Social Policy. The study used both an assessment of nominal wages and accounting

If in 2011 the Russian Federation was ahead of the CIS countries by 40%, now there is no such gap with Belarus at all. And this is due to the fall of the Russians. In January 2016, the average salary in Belarus in rubles was 21.98 thousand. Just this month, the national currency was redenominated for the third time in the history of independence.

What is the salary in Belarus: general information

Until 1991, the country was part of the USSR. In January, the salary in Belarus was 266 rubles, in December - 1109. You need to understand that in 1994, 2000 and 2016. denomination of the national currency was carried out by 10, 1000 and 10000 times, respectively. The exchange rate (ruble) as of October 20, 2016 to the Russian one is 1 to 32.84.

From the very beginning, inflation proceeded at a fairly high pace. In December 1994 it reached 248,922 thousand rubles. The denomination carried out in August 1994 helped only partly. continued to grow.

Already in September 1994, salaries again began to be calculated in six figures. In June 1995, the pre-reform level was reached. In December 1999, the average salary in Belarus was 34,871,899 rubles. And this is at an exchange rate to the Russian currency of 1 to 0.000077. That is, in rubles it is 2865, that is, two times less than in 1994.

After the denomination, the average salary in January 2000 was 36,659 rubles. The exchange rate to the Russian currency was 1 to 301.7. Six-digit salaries in Belarus began to be calculated due to inflation already in March 2001. However, the rate of currency depreciation has slowed significantly. After the next redenomination in January 2016, the average salary in Belarus was 655.22 rubles. In rubles - 21517.42. In August 2016, the average salary was 750.3 rubles.

Features of the denomination

After gaining independence and introducing its own national currency, the country experienced huge rates of inflation. To date, three denominations have already been held in Belarus:

In August 1994. Then the salary “decreased” 10 times. In July it was 815.459 Belarusian rubles, and in August - 89.723. The exchange rate to the Russian currency at that time was 1 to 0.0185.
In January 2000. Then the Belarusian ruble was denominated 1000 times. If in December 1999 the average salary was a fabulous 34,871,899 Belarusians. rubles, then in January 2000 it was “reduced” to 36.659.
In January 2016. If in December 2015 the average salary was 74,224,092 Belarusian rubles, then at the beginning of 2016 it was only 655.2. Thus, the Belarusian currency was denominated this time 10,000 times.

The latest denomination made it possible to significantly strengthen the currency. And the crisis in the Russian economy allows us to talk about the excess of Belarusian wages in dollar equivalent over Russian wages in the near future. And this is the forecast of the Higher School of Economics. Interestingly, back in 2011, Belarus lagged behind Russia in this indicator by as much as 40%.

By region

In 2015, according to the National Statistical Committee of the Republic of Belarus, real wages increased only in the capital by 1.1%. In all other regions it decreased by an average of 3%. The average salary in the country in 2015 was 6.7 million Belarusian rubles. The exchange rate to the Russian currency during this period was 1 to 38.78. The regional salary breakdown looked like this:

Capital - 8,872,477 Belarusian rubles.
Minsk region - 6,667,886.
Gomel - 6,095,879.
Grodno - 5.920.433.
Vitebsk - 5.805.342.
Mogilevskaya - 5.799.081.
Brestskaya - 5.757.018.

By area of economic activity

The largest salaries in Belarus were paid in rubles to financiers. They received almost 300 thousand in Russian currency. If you arrange the areas of economic activity in descending order of wages in Belarus, you will get the following list:

Financial activities.
Operations with real estate.
Mining industry.
Research and development.
Construction.
Production and distribution of gas, electricity and water.
Communications and transport.
Industry.
Manufacturing industries.
Trade, repair of cars and household appliances.
Healthcare.
Agriculture.
Education.
Hotel business.
Fishing.

In the capital

If we consider the situation in 2015 in the city of Minsk, then the average salary here was 344 million rubles. The highest paid were financial workers. If we look at salaries in each sector in the capital, the top five most expensive professions are as follows:

Financial activities. The average salary in Minsk in rubles is 542 million.
Operations with real estate. The average salary in Minsk in rubles is 493 million.
Research and development. The average salary in Minsk in rubles is 357 million.
Production and distribution of gas, electricity and water. The average salary in Minsk in rubles is 352 million.
Construction. The average salary in Minsk in rubles is 352 million.

TOP 10

According to 2013 data, the highest salaries in Belarus were offered for the following positions:

Marketing director at a mobile application development company. Estimated earnings - 8,000 US dollars. In December 2013, the ratio of American and Russian currencies was 1 to 32.88.
Wholesale sales manager for the holding. Estimated earnings - 6,850 US dollars.
Financial director of a management company for a large distribution and logistics group. Estimated salary - 5,000 US dollars.
Financial director in a large manufacturing company. Estimated income - 5,000 US dollars.
Director of transport and warehouse logistics in a large retail chain. Estimated income - 5,000 US dollars.
Director of the IT department in a large foreign company. Estimated income - 4,000-5,000 US dollars.
Territory manager in a wholesale company. Estimated income - $4,000.
Marketing Director at a distribution and logistics holding. Estimated earnings - 4,000 US dollars.
Director of Property Management. Estimated income - 4,000 US dollars.
Director of a company for the construction of energy centers and boiler houses. Estimated income - 4,000 US dollars.

Minimum salary in Belarus

The lowest wage in the state is fixed by law. Its establishment occurs every year. Moreover, it can be indexed in accordance with economic realities. In 2015, the minimum wage in Belarus was 2,100,100 Belarusian rubles. This amount was indexed three times. Taking into account the adjustment of the minimum wage to economic realities, in January it was already 2,391,769 BYN. rubles The exchange rate to the Russian ruble as of October 21, 2016 is 1 to 32.84. However, after the denomination, from June 1, the minimum wage was set at 239 Belarusian rubles. rubles 18 kopecks. In September, this amount was indexed. Now the minimum wage in Belarus is 239.48 BYN. rubles or 7864.52 Russian rubles.

Whether life is good or bad in Belarus is an eternal question that torments many. A lot of people are discussing Lukashenko’s policies, others are convinced that the head of the country is doing the right thing. The current issue is wages in Belarus, the average standard of living, and prices in this country. Let's take a closer look at these characteristics.

The relevance of paying wages in Belarus is justified for many Russians by the law “On the Union State”. Citizens of the Russian Federation can work in Belarus, and Belarusians can work in Russia without having to obtain additional permits. A considerable number of Russian residents moved to Belarus for permanent residence or temporary work.

Economy of Belarus and labor market

Paying wages to people depends on the performance of the economy of the country in question. In particular, this applies to Belarus. Under the Soviet Union, the republic was considered an agricultural one, with a strong industrial base. Decades have passed, but the republic maintains the level of industrial development and is distinguished by high-quality metal processing and mechanical engineering.

Wage payments in the republic are variable. The state of affairs in Belarus is influenced by two indicators:

Region of residence. There may be a discrepancy in payments up to 2 times;
The area of work in which a person is employed. High salaries in finance and industry, low in agriculture.

Some regions receive additional funds from the budget to help people live normally. In 2018, the country's economy is not undergoing the best changes. The advantage is the growth of average wages, the disadvantage is the emergence of unemployment and rising prices. Inflation plays a role, given that the country is now in 14th place in the overall ranking of countries for this indicator.

Some areas receive funds to help them live normally

The Agreement on the Union States has not yet allowed the introduction of one currency in two countries - Russia and Belarus; they have not united. The Belarusian ruble is equal to approximately 30 Russian rubles. In many sources, data is given based on Belarusian rubles, not Russian ones, which is important during calculations. Salary levels in Belarus vary greatly, depending on several factors.

Territorial distribution of average wages

Statistical data was reviewed to obtain information. High payments this year were noted in the Soligorsk district, Minsk region. There, the average salary of one resident is approximately 1,200 Belarusian rubles. The same figure in Minsk is 1,100 rubles. The minimum payment in the Vitebsk region is 450 rubles. The difference is justified by the activities of the region. Industry is developed in Minsk; potassium salt is produced in Soligorsk. Vitebsk is an agricultural region.

Statistics show that the average salary in Belarus is 733 Belarusian rubles. The indicator differs greatly depending on the region where a person lives. Detailed information can be found in the table. When converting salaries into Russian rubles, the relevant amount is 23,000 rubles.

Salaries depending on the field of activity

The industry where a person is employed plays a role. The most popular areas in Belarus this year are trade, engineering, programming, pedagogy, and medicine.

Salaries in Belarus directly depend on the chosen profession

The relevance of a direction does not mean receiving huge amounts of money for working in it. High salaries were noted for programmers and managers - up to 2,500 Belarusian rubles. Teachers receive approximately 540 rubles, and doctors - 615.

Belarusian pensions

Pensioners can count on certain benefits after completing their work experience. There are two charging options:

Social benefits for the unemployed;
Labor pension. The minimum length of service relevant for its calculation is 15 years. Men retire at the age of 60, women at 55. Taking into account the special working conditions, this threshold is reduced. The question is relevant for athletes, military personnel, and pilots. The pension is based on the amount paid by a resident of the country to the Pension Fund of Belarus. The minimum amount issued to a pensioner is equivalent to 5,500 Russian rubles.

$500 per person

The main task of the country's government is to bring the minimum wage to the amount of $500 per month per working person. Achieving this goal is set for December of this year. Attempts by the country's leadership to obtain the necessary indicators are based on:

The advantage is the constant growth of wages in the Republic. Over the course of 10 years, payments actually increased 13 times.

Belarus is an attractive place for many people to live, allowing them to guarantee a decent level of wages. Existing problems in the economy do not act as a global reason for refusing to move to the republic. Decent earnings in common areas are relevant here.

Demand for professions in Belarus

As stated above, the work of a doctor is relevant and prestigious. The profession is in demand, the shortage of doctors is growing, and salaries in the industry are not increasing. The average payment to an employee per month is 900 Belarusian rubles. Medical personnel have 670 rubles, junior medical personnel - 500 rubles.

The job of a doctor is the most in demand in Belarus

Payments to medical workers are based on several indicators:

The basic rate, based on tariffication. Additional payments from 5 to 40% are possible, depending on the chosen industry;
Extra charge. Issued for continuous work experience, category, qualifications of a physician;
Surcharge. Overtime, night shift, weekends, holidays. For night shift work you are entitled to an additional 40% of the salary per shift. As an intern supervisor, you are paid an additional 45% of the base rate, the amount depending on the number of students.

Sphere of low wages

This includes teachers. Their payments depend on the region of residence. The highest payment in the capital is 367 rubles. Salaries in nurseries and kindergartens are low. The maximum payout is 300 rubles.

It's convenient to be a military man

Payments to the military of Belarus in comparison with the Russian Federation are actually 5 times less. The lieutenant's payments start at 725,000 Belarusian rubles, the head of the ministry department receives 4.6 million rubles. The current year assumes an increase in military salaries, an increase is only expected.

Standard of living of people in Belarus

We can talk about the benefits of living in the country based not only on salary payments. A lot of parallel factors play a role. Utility bills, costs, food, and current expenses have a significant impact. Let's study the indicators in order.

Housing. Everyone has the opportunity to rent an apartment in Minsk. When comparing with Moscow, the difference is approximately 2.5 times. Good rental options will cost approximately 13,000 rubles. Prestigious areas - approximately 20,000 rubles.
Utility tariffs. Electricity consumption assumes a certain tariff schedule, depending on the amount of energy consumed, time of day, and volume of consumption. Compared to Russia, the payment is almost two times lower. Maintenance of a one-room apartment in the capital of Belarus will cost approximately 2,000 Russian rubles.
Additional expenses. Approximately 800 rubles are spent monthly on the Internet, $10 per month is spent on mobile communications.
Food. The food basket is more accessible than in the Russian capital. When going to a cafe, the average bill for lunch or dinner will cost approximately 500 Russian rubles. A visit to a restaurant can cost you 1,000 rubles. An average get-together at a fast food restaurant will cost 350 rubles.
Transportation costs. A taxi within the capital costs 200 rubles. Travel by bus is 16 rubles, by metro - 18 rubles. Savings are achieved when purchasing travel tickets.

Low wages in Belarus are justified by affordable prices in comparison with the Russian Federation for products, services, real estate, and utility costs. Despite the proximity of two countries - the Russian Federation and Belarus, the standard of living in them is noticeably different.

Renting an apartment in Belarus is two times cheaper than in Russia

There is a difference in people’s mentality, attitude towards each other, and so on. Over the past decades, the republic has been and remains a place where a lot of Russians move for permanent residence and work.