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Salary Intelligence
National median, after-tax net, and purchasing power for 38 professions in Norway — anchored to a primary-sourced median wage (2023 data).
What is a good salary in Norway?
In Norway, the national median salary is about $52,444 gross (~$35,692 after tax, 2023 data). Estimated pay for a mid-level professional ranges from ~$37,202 to ~$122,899 net depending on the role — highest for a cto / technology director. Figures are modelled estimates anchored to Norway's national median wage; not a job offer.
Key facts
National median (2023)
$52,444 gross · $35,692 after tax · $30,749 PPP-equivalent. Source & methodology
| Profession | Est. gross | Est. net |
|---|---|---|
| CTO / Technology Director | $224,946 | $122,899 |
| Doctor (Physician) | $207,523 | $115,093 |
| Senior Software Engineer | $167,700 | $97,252 |
| AI Engineer | $159,494 | $93,576 |
| Engineering Manager | $158,744 | $93,240 |
| Dentist | $152,778 | $90,567 |
| Product Manager | $130,823 | $80,046 |
| Data Engineer | $128,687 | $78,917 |
| Software Engineer | $126,736 | $77,888 |
| Cloud Engineer | $123,397 | $76,125 |
| DevOps Engineer | $123,028 | $75,930 |
| Pharmacist | $121,324 | $75,030 |
| Cybersecurity Specialist | $117,467 | $72,994 |
| Management Consultant | $112,563 | $70,404 |
| Data Scientist | $106,552 | $67,231 |
| Sales Manager | $100,823 | $64,206 |
| General Manager | $94,852 | $61,053 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $93,784 | $60,489 |
| Marketing Manager | $91,657 | $59,314 |
| Project Manager | $91,657 | $59,314 |
| Civil Engineer | $91,044 | $58,960 |
| UX Designer | $88,207 | $57,320 |
| Operations Manager | $86,395 | $56,272 |
| Physiotherapist | $84,810 | $55,356 |
| Business Analyst | $82,706 | $54,140 |
| HR Manager | $81,419 | $53,396 |
| Finance Analyst | $78,719 | $51,836 |
| University Lecturer | $76,173 | $50,364 |
| Remote Freelancer | $73,391 | $48,756 |
| Content Writer | $67,963 | $45,619 |
| Accountant | $63,493 | $42,963 |
| Hospitality Manager | $61,309 | $41,525 |
| Nurse | $58,183 | $39,469 |
| Teacher | $57,345 | $38,917 |
| Graphic Designer | $56,917 | $38,635 |
| Plumber | $55,840 | $37,926 |
| Electrician | $55,365 | $37,615 |
| Chef | $54,739 | $37,202 |
“vs median” = estimated gross ÷ Norway'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.
Norway salary estimates · Source: Norway 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 $52,444 gross (~$35,692 after tax) for 2023. A "good" salary is typically well above the median — many skilled professions here estimate above $86,029 net. Cost of living matters as much as the headline number.
Among the roles modelled, the highest after-tax pay in Norway is estimated for cto / technology director, doctor (physician), 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 Norway'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.