Poland's minimum wage ranks among EU's highest — 4,806 PLN since January

When adjusted for differences in the cost of living, Poland's minimum wage ranks among the highest in the European Union, according to Eurostat data. Since 1 January 2026, Poland's statutory minimum wage stands at 4,806 PLN gross per month. The purchasing-power-adjusted figure places Poland well above many EU peers despite its lower nominal wage levels compared to Western Europe.