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Warsaw Salary Guide 2026

Gross and net salary benchmarks for tech and non-tech professionals in Warsaw, Poland. All figures in PLN (zł) per month.

Tech Median Salary

zł20,000

gross per month

zł13,012 net(3490.0% tax)

Non-Tech Median Salary

zł11,000

gross per month

zł7,799 net(2910.0% tax)

Salary Breakdown by Percentile

PercentileTech GrossTech NetNon-Tech GrossNon-Tech Net
25th percentilezł15,000zł10,436(3040%)zł8,000zł5,754(2810%)
Median (50th)zł20,000zł13,012(3490%)zł11,000zł7,799(2910%)
75th percentilezł28,000zł17,616(3710%)zł15,000zł10,436(3040%)

Net figures include income tax and social contributions. Tax calculated for single person, standard deductions.

Tax Assumptions for Poland

  • -Two rates: 12% and 32%
  • -Tax-free amount 30,000 PLN
  • -Social + health ~22.71%
  • -Single person, no dependents
  • -Standard deductions only
  • -Does not include employer contributions

What a Median Tech Salary Buys in Warsaw

Neighborhoods where 1BR rent is under 35% of net income (zł13,012/mo net)

Białołęka

35 min bus|Safety: 4/5
zł3,100 - zł3,90027% of net
affordablefamiliessuburban

Praga

15 min metro|Safety: 3/5
zł3,300 - zł3,80027% of net
hipartisticaffordable

Bielany

25 min bus|Safety: 4/5
zł3,400 - zł4,00028% of net
greenaffordableresidential

Ursynów

30 min metro|Safety: 5/5
zł3,500 - zł4,10029% of net
familiesparksaffordable

Praga Północ

18 min metro|Safety: 3/5
zł3,400 - zł4,30030% of net
affordableimprovingcreative

Bemowo

28 min bus|Safety: 4/5
zł3,600 - zł4,20030% of net
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tech salary in Warsaw?

The median (50th percentile) tech salary in Warsaw is zł20,000 gross per month (2026 data). The 25th percentile is zł15,000 and the 75th percentile is zł28,000.

How much tax do I pay in Poland?

On a median tech salary of zł20,000/month in Warsaw, the effective tax rate is approximately 3490.0%, leaving zł13,012 net per month. Rates vary based on income level and personal circumstances.

What is the non-tech salary in Warsaw?

Non-tech median salary in Warsaw is zł11,000 gross per month. After tax, that is approximately zł7,799 net per month.

Can I afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Warsaw on a tech salary?

1-bedroom rents in Warsaw range from zł3,100 to zł5,400. On a median tech net salary of zł13,012, 6 neighborhoods are affordable (rent under 35% of net income).

How does Warsaw compare to other cities in Poland?

Warsaw has a median tech salary of zł20,000. Explore our comparison tool to see how it stacks up against other cities in Poland for rent, expenses, and take-home pay.

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2026 tax rules • Mar 2026 rent data