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Average salary in
Indonesia.

SALARY PAYMENT IN Indonesian Rupiah (IDR, Rp)

CONTRACT LANGUAGES Bahasa Indonesia / English

PAYROLL TAX 10.24% – 11.74%

PAYROLL CYCLE Monthly

TIME TO HIRE 12 hours

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Indonesia

    What is the average salary in Indonesia?

    The average salary in Indonesia varies by location. In Jakarta, the average salary is IDR 8.66M per month, or IDR 104M per year.

    What is the average salary in Jakarta?

    The average salary in Jakarta is IDR 104M per year, or just under USD $7,000. This low amount may be skewed by certain population factors in Indonesia; skilled employees suitable for employment with expanding companies may cost significantly more.

    The average salary varies depending on industry and demand, so we recommend sampling the market with your job opening and making your own judgment based on the current realities of the market.

    Are there regional variations in Indonesia’s average wage?

    Yes, Jakarta and other large cities such as Bandung have higher average wages than more rural areas.

    How does the average salary in Indonesia compare to surrounding countries?

    Indonesia’s average wages are comparable to most other Southeast Asian countries in that they are significantly lower than wages in Western countries. However, some nearby countries are highly developed, such as Singapore, and have far higher average wages than Indonesia.

    Average salary based on industry

    What is the median income for tech workers in Indonesia?

    The average salary for tech workers in Indonesia would be approximately USD $51,000 per year.

    What is the median income for engineers in Indonesia?

    The average salary for engineers in Indonesia would be approximately USD $23,000.

    What is the median income for salespeople in Indonesia?

    The average salary for salespeople in Indonesia is approximately USD $20,000

    What is the median income for my industry?

    Want to hire in Indonesia but you’re not sure where to begin? Horizons can provide recruitment services in more than 180 countries around the world. Contact us for a free consultation for your hiring project, including recruitment and hiring without opening a local entity.

    Hiring in Indonesia, Made Easy

    Your business can easily hire employees in Indonesia without opening a local entity. We handle local employment law, complex tax regulations, and international payroll in 180+ countries worldwide. All you need to do is focus on your business.

    FAQs

    You may still be able to hire the talent you need in Indonesia. Contact us and we can provide a free consultation for your hiring project.

    The province of Central Java has the lowest average salary in Indonesia, as well as the lowest minimum wage. While average salary information is difficult to assess, the minimum wage of Central Java is IDR 1,812,935.

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