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Siluanov: the minimum wage will approach 29 thousand rubles in 2027

The minimum wage in 2027 will increase to 28.9 thousand rubles. This was announced by the Minister of Finance of Russia Anton Siluanov at a government meeting. “The minimum wage in 2027 will be 28,935 rubles, or will increase by 6.8% – this is the forecasted increase in wages next year,” the Finance Minister said.

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The minimum wage in 2027 will increase to 28.9 thousand rubles. This was announced by the Minister of Finance of Russia Anton Siluanov at a government meeting.

“The minimum wage in 2027 will be 28,935 rubles, or will increase by 6.8% – this is the forecasted increase in wages next year,” the Finance Minister said. According to him, by 2030 the minimum wage will increase to 35 thousand rubles. This will “accelerate the growth of wages for workers with low incomes,” the minister added.

The federal minimum wage from January 1, 2026 is set at 27 093 rubles. The indicator is calculated on the basis of the median salary in the country. Depending on the region, it may be higher. For example, in Moscow the minimum wage is 39 730 rubles, in St. Petersburg – 31 250 rubles.

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