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Salary Intelligence
National median, after-tax net, and purchasing power for 38 professions in Estonia — anchored to a primary-sourced median wage (2025 data).
What is a good salary in Estonia?
In Estonia, the national median salary is about $21,328 gross (~$16,721 after tax, 2025 data). Estimated pay for a mid-level professional ranges from ~$19,269 to ~$127,355 net depending on the role — highest for a cto / technology director. Figures are modelled estimates anchored to Estonia's national median wage; not a job offer.
Key facts
National median (2025)
$21,328 gross · $16,721 after tax · $25,793 PPP-equivalent. Source & methodology
| Profession | Est. gross | Est. net |
|---|---|---|
| CTO / Technology Director | $162,442 | $127,355 |
| Senior Software Engineer | $135,691 | $106,382 |
| AI Engineer | $135,349 | $106,113 |
| Engineering Manager | $119,296 | $93,528 |
| Doctor (Physician) | $108,959 | $85,424 |
| Software Engineer | $98,916 | $77,550 |
| Data Engineer | $96,708 | $75,819 |
| Cloud Engineer | $92,733 | $72,702 |
| DevOps Engineer | $92,455 | $72,485 |
| Product Manager | $90,582 | $71,017 |
| Cybersecurity Specialist | $84,827 | $66,505 |
| Data Scientist | $80,074 | $62,778 |
| Management Consultant | $79,952 | $62,683 |
| Dentist | $77,262 | $60,574 |
| Remote Freelancer | $66,336 | $52,008 |
| Pharmacist | $61,355 | $48,102 |
| Sales Manager | $60,582 | $47,497 |
| General Manager | $59,342 | $46,525 |
| UX Designer | $58,418 | $45,799 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $56,353 | $44,180 |
| Marketing Manager | $55,075 | $43,179 |
| Project Manager | $55,075 | $43,179 |
| Civil Engineer | $53,571 | $42,000 |
| Finance Analyst | $51,178 | $40,123 |
| Business Analyst | $50,723 | $39,766 |
| Content Writer | $49,079 | $38,478 |
| Operations Manager | $48,663 | $38,151 |
| HR Manager | $43,791 | $34,332 |
| University Lecturer | $41,940 | $32,881 |
| Physiotherapist | $40,127 | $31,460 |
| Graphic Designer | $37,695 | $29,553 |
| Accountant | $34,958 | $27,407 |
| Hospitality Manager | $31,401 | $24,619 |
| Nurse | $28,290 | $22,179 |
| Chef | $27,327 | $21,425 |
| Teacher | $25,620 | $20,086 |
| Electrician | $24,736 | $19,393 |
| Plumber | $24,577 | $19,269 |
“vs median” = estimated gross ÷ Estonia's national median gross. Tap a role for the full country-by-country ranking. Regulated professions (medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, teaching) require local credential recognition before you can practise.
Estonia salary estimates · Source: Estonia national median wage (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2025) + WhereNext tax engine · Last verified Jun 22, 2026 (today)
Modelled estimate, not survey data. Each profession figure is the country's national median wage scaled by the role's skill premium — a directional model, not a per-role salary survey. It is for a mid-level professional and varies widely by employer, seniority, bonus, equity, contract type and tax regime. Net is modelled via WhereNext's tax engine and is not tax or employment advice — verify with an employer or qualified advisor before making decisions.
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The national median is about $21,328 gross (~$16,721 after tax) for 2025. A "good" salary is typically well above the median — many skilled professions here estimate above $89,149 net. Cost of living matters as much as the headline number.
Among the roles modelled, the highest after-tax pay in Estonia is estimated for cto / technology director, senior software engineer, ai engineer. These are directional estimates — actual pay varies by employer, seniority and sector.
Yes. Net figures are computed with WhereNext's tax engine using Estonia's domestic resident income tax brackets and social contributions — not expat regimes. Verify your own situation with a qualified advisor.
The national median is primary-sourced (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2025 data). Per-profession figures are a model — the national median × the role's skill premium, not a per-role salary survey — so treat them as a planning guide, not a quote.