What are salaries and pensions like in Georgia?
The average wage and pension amounts in 2026.
Short answer
The average gross monthly wage in Georgia was 2,389 GEL in the second quarter of 2026, and higher in Tbilisi. The median wage, which most people earn, is much lower, estimated at around 900-1,000 GEL. The state pension in 2026 is 370 GEL for people under 70 and 495 GEL from age 70.
Why
- The average wage is pushed up by high earnings in IT, finance and construction.
- Income tax of 20% and a 2% pension contribution are deducted from wages.
- Pensions are higher in high-mountain settlements: 444 and 594 GEL.
Details
The retirement age in Georgia is 65 for men and 60 for women. Since 2019 a funded pension scheme has operated for employees.
Tip
Compare salaries using the median, not the average, which high Tbilisi incomes push up.
What may differ
Salaries vary widely by sector and city, with IT and finance above average.
Common misconception
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Sources
- National Statistics Office of Georgia: wagesChecked at:
- Social Service Agency of Georgia: pensionsChecked at:
Information checked on October 3, 2026.
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