Gross and net salary benchmarks for tech and non-tech professionals in Krakow, Poland. All figures in PLN (zł) per month.
Tech Median Salary
zł17,000
gross per month
zł11,455 net(3260.0% tax)
Non-Tech Median Salary
zł9,500
gross per month
zł6,776 net(2870.0% tax)
| Percentile | Tech Gross | Tech Net | Non-Tech Gross | Non-Tech Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | zł13,000 | zł9,162(2950%) | zł7,000 | zł5,071(2760%) |
| Median (50th) | zł17,000 | zł11,455(3260%) | zł9,500 | zł6,776(2870%) |
| 75th percentile | zł24,000 | zł15,314(3620%) | zł13,000 | zł9,162(2950%) |
Net figures include income tax and social contributions. Tax calculated for single person, standard deductions.
Neighborhoods where 1BR rent is under 35% of net income (zł11,455/mo net)
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The median (50th percentile) tech salary in Krakow is zł17,000 gross per month (2026 data). The 25th percentile is zł13,000 and the 75th percentile is zł24,000.
On a median tech salary of zł17,000/month in Krakow, the effective tax rate is approximately 3260.0%, leaving zł11,455 net per month. Rates vary based on income level and personal circumstances.
Non-tech median salary in Krakow is zł9,500 gross per month. After tax, that is approximately zł6,776 net per month.
1-bedroom rents in Krakow range from zł2,700 to zł4,200. On a median tech net salary of zł11,455, 6 neighborhoods are affordable (rent under 35% of net income).
Krakow has a median tech salary of zł17,000. Explore our comparison tool to see how it stacks up against other cities in Poland for rent, expenses, and take-home pay.