Indonesia’s wage landscape in 2026 continues to reflect the country’s growing but uneven economic development.
Reliable data on average salaries can be difficult to compile, as much of Indonesia’s workforce remains informal.
Official figures from the Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS) — Indonesia’s national statistics agency — provide some insights, while private sector reports from sources such as JobStreet, Michael Page, and regional wage surveys offer additional perspectives on sector and professional earnings.
Average salary in Indonesia
While average incomes are rising in major cities and industrial hubs, large disparities remain between urban and rural areas and across different sectors.
Salaries in Jakarta, West Java, and Batam are significantly higher than those in many outer provinces, and wage growth is strongest in sectors tied to manufacturing, finance, and information technology.
Average monthly salary in Indonesia by sector
| IND | US$ | IND | US$ | Change | |
| Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing | 2,247,459 | 133.28 | 2,540,158 | 150.64 | 13.02% |
| Mining and Quarrying | 5,086,094 | 301.61 | 4,983,713 | 295.54 | -2.01% |
| Manufacturing | 3,090,532 | 183.27 | 3,270,191 | 193.93 | 5.81% |
| Electricity, Gas Steam, and Air Conditioning Supply | 5,040,313 | 298.90 | 5,073,204 | 300.85 | 0.65% |
| Water Supply, Sewerage, Waste Management, and Remediation Activities | 2,906,210 | 172.34 | 2,835,286 | 168.14 | -2.44% |
| Construction | 3,209,091 | 190.30 | 3,234,953 | 191.84 | 0.81% |
| Wholesale and Retail Trade; Repair of Motor Vehicles and Motorcycles | 2,667,185 | 158.17 | 2,839,730 | 168.40 | 6.47% |
| Transportation and Storage | 3,720,086 | 220.61 | 4,094,527 | 242.81 | 10.07% |
| Accommodation and Services Activities | 2,424,447 | 143.77 | 2,547,160 | 151.05 | 5.06% |
| Information and Communication | 4,131,648 | 245.01 | 5,278,706 | 313.04 | 27.76% |
| Financial and Insurance Activities | 4,878,087 | 289.28 | 5,116,552 | 303.42 | 4.89% |
| Real Estate | 4,042,854 | 239.75 | 4,399,016 | 260.87 | 8.81% |
| Professional Activities and Administration & Support Activities | 3,965,419 | 235.16 | 4,261,425 | 252.71 | 7.46% |
| Public Administration and Defense; Compulsory Social Security | 3,758,174 | 222.87 | 4,427,234 | 262.54 | 17.80% |
| Education | 2,794,131 | 165.70 | 3,050,755 | 180.92 | 9.18% |
| Human Health Services and Social Work Activities | 3,415,963 | 202.57 | 3,750,376 | 222.40 | 9.79% |
| Other Service Activities | 1,808,930 | 107.27 | 1,967,707 | 116.69 | 8.78% |
| Average | 3,094,818 | 183.53 | 3,331,012 | 197.53 | 7.63% |
Source: Average of Net Wage/Salary – Statistical Data – BPS-Statistics Indonesia
How does Indonesia compare to Vietnam?
As of August 2025, Indonesia’s national average monthly salary is IDR 3,331,012 (US$197.53), while Vietnam’s average is higher at VND 8,700,000 (US$331.17).
On average, workers in Vietnam earn about 70 percent more per month than those in Indonesia, though sector and regional differences remain significant.
See also: Average Salary in Vietnam: Monthly & by Sector
Minimum wage in Indonesia
Indonesia’s minimum wage system is regionally determined, reflecting the diverse economic conditions across its provinces.
Region-based minimum wage rates in Indonesia (2025)
| Monthly | Daily | |||
| Province | IDR | US$ | IDR | US$ |
| DKI Jakarta | 5,396,760 | 331.88 | 206,905 | 12.72 |
| Papua | 4,285,848 | 263.56 | 164,314 | 10.10 |
| Bangka Belitung | 3,876,600 | 238.39 | 148,624 | 9.14 |
| North Sulawesi | 3,775,425 | 232.17 | 144,745 | 8.90 |
| Aceh | 3,685,615 | 226.65 | 141,302 | 8.69 |
| South Sumatra | 3,681,570 | 226.40 | 141,146 | 8.68 |
| South Sulawesi | 3,657,527 | 224.92 | 140,225 | 8.62 |
| Riau Islands | 3,623,653 | 222.84 | 138,926 | 8.54 |
| North Kalimantan | 3,580,160 | 220.16 | 137,259 | 8.44 |
| East Kalimantan | 3,579,313 | 220.11 | 137,226 | 8.44 |
| Riau | 3,508,775 | 215.77 | 134,522 | 8.27 |
| South Kalimantan | 3,496,194 | 215.00 | 134,039 | 8.24 |
| Central Kalimantan | 3,473,621 | 213.61 | 133,174 | 8.19 |
| North Maluku | 3,408,000 | 209.58 | 130,658 | 8.03 |
| Jambi | 3,234,533 | 198.91 | 124,008 | 7.63 |
| Gorontalo | 3,221,731 | 198.12 | 123,517 | 7.60 |
| West Papua | 3,200,000 | 196.79 | 122,684 | 7.54 |
| Maluku | 3,141,699 | 193.20 | 120,449 | 7.41 |
| West Sulawesi | 3,104,430 | 190.91 | 119,020 | 7.32 |
| Southeast Sulawesi | 3,073,551 | 189.01 | 117,836 | 7.25 |
| Bali | 2,996,560 | 184.28 | 114,884 | 7.06 |
| West Sumatra | 2,994,113 | 184.13 | 114,790 | 7.06 |
| North Sumatra | 2,992,559 | 184.03 | 114,731 | 7.06 |
| Central Sulawesi | 2,914,583 | 179.23 | 111,741 | 6.87 |
| Banten | 2,905,119 | 178.65 | 111,378 | 6.85 |
| Lampung | 2,893,069 | 177.91 | 110,916 | 6.82 |
| West Kalimantan | 2,878,286 | 177.00 | 110,350 | 6.79 |
| Bengkulu | 2,670,039 | 164.20 | 102,366 | 6.30 |
| West Nusa Tenggara | 2,602,931 | 160.07 | 99,793 | 6.14 |
| East Nusa Tenggara | 2,328,969 | 143.22 | 89,290 | 5.49 |
| East Java | 2,305,984 | 141.81 | 88,408 | 5.44 |
| Yogyakarta | 2,264,080 | 139.23 | 86,802 | 5.34 |
| West Java | 2,191,232 | 134.75 | 84,009 | 5.17 |
| Central Java | 2,169,348 | 133.41 | 83,170 | 5.11 |
Source: Minimum Wage in Indonesia: Monthly & Daily
Executive salaries in Indonesia
There are a number of high-profile human resources firms in Indonesia, and most of them offer some form of salary guide.
Wages outlined in these guides are focused on skilled professions. It should also be noted that foreign workers typically attract much higher wages than local workers.
Indonesia salary guides
Here’s a list of commonly used executive salary guides for Indonesia. These are the reports and sources that employers, recruiters, and researchers typically reference:
- Michael Page Indonesia Salary Guide
Covers executive and professional salaries by sector. Published annually. - Robert Walters Salary Survey Indonesia is good for executive and management-level roles across industries.
- Hays Asia Salary Guide – Indonesia includes Indonesian executive and professional salaries across multiple sectors.
Entitlements in Indonesia
Working hours: 40 hours per week (7 hours/day for 6 days or 8 hours/day for 5 days).
Overtime pay: Mandatory for hours worked beyond the standard workweek.
Paid leave:
- 12 days of annual leave after 12 months of service.
- Paid public holidays (determined annually by the government).
- Maternity leave: 3 months (1.5 months before and 1.5 months after birth).
- Paternity leave: 2 days.
Sick leave: Employees are entitled to paid sick leave, with varying pay percentages depending on duration and length of absence.
Religious holiday bonus (THR): Mandatory 1 month’s salary paid once per year, prior to the major religious holiday observed by the employee.
Social security (BPJS):
- BPJS Ketenagakerjaan (employment security): covers workplace accidents, old-age benefits, pensions, and death benefits.
- BPJS Kesehatan (healthcare): mandatory health insurance for all employees.
Termination benefits:
- Severance pay (based on years of service).
- Long-service award (where applicable).
- Compensation for unused leave and other statutory payments.
FAQ: Average salary in Indonesia
These are some of the most commonly asked questions about the average salary in Indonesia.
What is the average income in Indonesia?
According to BPS-Statistics Indonesia, the average monthly net salary in Indonesia in 2025 is IDR 3,094,818 or about US $188.57.
What is a good salary to live on in Indonesia?
Salaries vary widely across regions. In Jakarta, West Java, and Batam, wages are significantly higher than in other provinces. Sectors tied to manufacturing, finance, and information technology offer the strongest wage growth.
What is the average salary in Indonesia for IT?
In the Information and Communication sector, the average monthly salary in 2025 is IDR 4,131,648 or US $251.75.
What is the minimum wage in Indonesia?
Indonesia’s minimum wage is determined regionally.
In 2025, the highest is in DKI Jakarta at IDR 5,396,760 per month (US $331.88), while other provinces have lower rates, with the lowest listed being Central Java at IDR 2,169,348 (US $133.41).
What is the average salary in Indonesia for manufacturing?
In the manufacturing sector, the average monthly salary in 2025 is IDR 3,090,532 or US$188.31.
See also: Manufacturing in Indonesia: Key Sectors, FDI & Challenges
What’s next?
With a clear understanding of the average salary in Indonesia, key decision makers should be able to more adequately assess the strengths and weaknesses of doing business in this rapidly developing economy.
Moving forward, the-shiv has a broad range of how-to guides for different business types (cafes, English centres, gyms, etc.), as well as industry overviews (stocks, manufacturing, coffee, etc.), which should give readers a deeper understanding of these industry-specific business environments.
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