Salary Intelligence
Salaries in Italy by profession
National median, after-tax net, and purchasing power for 38 professions in Italy — anchored to a primary-sourced median wage (2022 data).
What is a good salary in Italy?
In Italy, the national median salary is about $28,975 gross (~$19,647 after tax, 2022 data). Estimated pay for a mid-level professional ranges from ~$21,875 to ~$97,361 net depending on the role — highest for a cto / technology director. Figures are modelled estimates anchored to Italy's national median wage; not a job offer.
Key facts
- National median: ~$28,975 gross ~$19,647 after tax (2022 data, 68% kept).
- Highest-paying role: CTO / Technology Director ~$97,361/yr net for a mid-level cto / technology director.
- Purchasing power the median net is worth ~$25,504 in PPP-equivalent (US price) terms.
- 38 professions estimated each = the national median × the role's skill premium, netted via the tax engine.
National median (2022)
$28,975 gross · $19,647 after tax · $25,504 PPP-equivalent. Source & methodology
Estimated pay by profession in Italy
By take-home, the highest pay in Italy is estimated for a 🏢 cto / technology director — $97,361 net after tax (6.1× the local median).
| Profession | Est. gross | Est. net |
|---|---|---|
| CTO / Technology Director | $177,803 | $97,361 |
| Senior Software Engineer | $143,557 | $77,842 |
| AI Engineer | $141,283 | $76,588 |
| Doctor (Physician) | $133,182 | $72,715 |
| Engineering Manager | $128,991 | $70,711 |
| Software Engineer | $105,753 | $59,602 |
| Data Engineer | $104,567 | $59,035 |
| Product Manager | $100,472 | $57,076 |
| Cloud Engineer | $100,269 | $56,978 |
| DevOps Engineer | $99,969 | $56,836 |
| Dentist | $95,821 | $54,852 |
| Cybersecurity Specialist | $92,849 | $53,431 |
| Management Consultant | $87,967 | $51,097 |
| Data Scientist | $86,581 | $50,435 |
| Pharmacist | $76,093 | $45,420 |
| Sales Manager | $70,472 | $42,733 |
| General Manager | $68,069 | $41,585 |
| Remote Freelancer | $68,070 | $41,585 |
| UX Designer | $65,739 | $40,469 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $65,552 | $40,381 |
| Marketing Manager | $64,065 | $39,669 |
| Project Manager | $64,065 | $39,669 |
| Civil Engineer | $62,780 | $39,055 |
| Business Analyst | $58,583 | $37,049 |
| Finance Analyst | $57,946 | $36,743 |
| Operations Manager | $57,936 | $36,738 |
| Content Writer | $53,720 | $34,300 |
| HR Manager | $53,039 | $33,906 |
| Physiotherapist | $51,108 | $32,791 |
| University Lecturer | $50,353 | $32,354 |
| Graphic Designer | $42,419 | $27,767 |
| Accountant | $41,971 | $27,509 |
| Hospitality Manager | $38,751 | $25,646 |
| Nurse | $35,636 | $23,846 |
| Chef | $34,064 | $22,938 |
| Teacher | $33,417 | $22,563 |
| Electrician | $32,263 | $21,878 |
| Plumber | $32,260 | $21,875 |
“vs median” = estimated gross ÷ Italy'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.
Italy salary estimates · Source: Italy national median wage (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2022) + WhereNext tax engine · Last verified Jun 22, 2026 (3 months ago)
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.
Where the money goes: CTO / Technology Director in Italy
Gross pay erodes to take-home after tax, then adjusts for local prices — a mid-level estimate, every step sourced.
Verified · National medians (Eurostat / national stats) · US BLS OEWS May 2024 · World Bank ICP 2021 (PPP)
- Gross$177,803
- Income tax−$80,442
- Net (after tax)$97,361
- Local prices+$29,021
- Real value$126,382
Keep rate 55% · net $97,361 · real value $126,382 (your money goes further here)
| Step | USD/yr | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Gross salary | $177,803 | Estimated gross for the role. |
| − Income tax & social | −$80,442 | Resident tax brackets; you keep 55%. |
| Net (after tax) | $97,361 | Take-home in nominal USD. |
| + Local prices (PPP) | +$29,021 | Cheaper than the US — your net buys more. |
| Real value (PPP-equiv. net) | $126,382 | What the net is worth in US price terms. |
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Italy salary questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good salary in Italy?▾
The national median is about $28,975 gross (~$19,647 after tax) for 2022. A "good" salary is typically well above the median — many skilled professions here estimate above $68,153 net. Cost of living matters as much as the headline number.
Which jobs pay the most in Italy?▾
Among the roles modelled, the highest after-tax pay in Italy is estimated for cto / technology director, senior software engineer, ai engineer. These are directional estimates — actual pay varies by employer, seniority and sector.
Does WhereNext estimate net salary after tax in Italy?▾
Yes. Net figures are computed with WhereNext's tax engine using Italy's domestic resident income tax brackets and social contributions — not expat regimes. Verify your own situation with a qualified advisor.
How reliable are these Italy salary figures?▾
The national median is primary-sourced (national statistical office / Eurostat, 2022 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.