Wages rising
The average monthly wage increased 23.8% in Azerbaijan in the
first half of 2008. The figure reached 250 manats ($205) in June,
the State Statistics Committee said.
The highest salaries were registered in such fields as industry,
construction and transport. Taking into account inflation, the
wages rose 3.6%.
Wages considerably differ in various sectors of the national
economy. Citizens engaged in the oil and gas sector receive over
1,000 manats a month (about $1,200), while those working in banking
and insurance - 720 manats ($867). Rapid increase in the
development of Azerbaijan`s real estate market has boosted the
average wage in the field to 486 manats ($585).
Citizens employed in industries, gas and water supply as well as in
hotels received salaries of about $500 in January-June, while those
working in construction - $480.
The lowest wages are paid in healthcare, agriculture and the social
sector as well as fish breeding. Doctors receive $137 and
agriculture workers $120, while fishing industry employees get even
less.
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