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Salary Intelligence
National median, after-tax net, and purchasing power for 38 professions in Hungary — anchored to a primary-sourced median wage (2023 data).
What is a good salary in Hungary?
In Hungary, the national median salary is about $16,410 gross (~$10,912 after tax, 2023 data). Estimated pay for a mid-level professional ranges from ~$12,695 to ~$87,682 net depending on the role — highest for a cto / technology director. Figures are modelled estimates anchored to Hungary's national median wage; not a job offer.
Key facts
National median (2023)
$16,410 gross · $10,912 after tax · $23,026 PPP-equivalent. Source & methodology
| Profession | Est. gross | Est. net |
|---|---|---|
| CTO / Technology Director | $131,853 | $87,682 |
| AI Engineer | $110,962 | $73,790 |
| Senior Software Engineer | $110,934 | $73,771 |
| Engineering Manager | $97,086 | $64,562 |
| Doctor (Physician) | $86,212 | $57,331 |
| Software Engineer | $80,693 | $53,661 |
| Data Engineer | $78,704 | $52,338 |
| Cloud Engineer | $75,468 | $50,186 |
| DevOps Engineer | $75,242 | $50,036 |
| Product Manager | $73,313 | $48,753 |
| Cybersecurity Specialist | $68,854 | $45,788 |
| Data Scientist | $65,166 | $43,335 |
| Management Consultant | $64,824 | $43,108 |
| Dentist | $60,910 | $40,505 |
| Remote Freelancer | $54,571 | $36,289 |
| Sales Manager | $48,508 | $32,258 |
| Pharmacist | $48,370 | $32,166 |
| General Manager | $47,669 | $31,700 |
| UX Designer | $47,130 | $31,341 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $45,121 | $30,006 |
| Marketing Manager | $44,098 | $29,325 |
| Project Manager | $44,098 | $29,325 |
| Civil Engineer | $42,819 | $28,474 |
| Finance Analyst | $41,232 | $27,419 |
| Business Analyst | $40,680 | $27,052 |
| Content Writer | $39,837 | $26,491 |
| Operations Manager | $38,751 | $25,769 |
| HR Manager | $34,727 | $23,094 |
| University Lecturer | $33,330 | $22,164 |
| Physiotherapist | $31,420 | $20,894 |
| Graphic Designer | $30,411 | $20,223 |
| Accountant | $27,782 | $18,475 |
| Hospitality Manager | $24,786 | $16,483 |
| Nurse | $22,214 | $14,772 |
| Chef | $21,516 | $14,309 |
| Teacher | $19,935 | $13,257 |
| Electrician | $19,247 | $12,799 |
| Plumber | $19,091 | $12,695 |
“vs median” = estimated gross ÷ Hungary'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.
Hungary salary estimates · Source: Hungary national median wage (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2023) + 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 $16,410 gross (~$10,912 after tax) for 2023. A "good" salary is typically well above the median — many skilled professions here estimate above $61,377 net. Cost of living matters as much as the headline number.
Among the roles modelled, the highest after-tax pay in Hungary is estimated for cto / technology director, ai engineer, senior software engineer. These are directional estimates — actual pay varies by employer, seniority and sector.
Yes. Net figures are computed with WhereNext's tax engine using Hungary'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, 2023 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.