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in Iceland
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What Do People
Earn in Iceland?
Iceland has no legal minimum wage — salaries are set by union collective agreements. Here's a real breakdown of what to expect across key sectors in 2026.
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Tourism ≈ minimum wage · Teachers = above minimum · Tech = highest paid · Baseline 2026: kr. 513.000 / month
General Minimum
Based on 2026 collective agreements — Iceland has no legal minimum wage
Tourism & Hospitality
Hotels, restaurants, cleaning — near minimum wage at entry level
Trades & Crafts
Electricians, plumbers, carpenters — higher pay with certified qualifications
Teachers
Public sector — above minimum wage, increases with experience & qualifications
Nurses
Healthcare sector — shift premiums and overtime added on top of base salary
Tech & Software
Developers, engineers — market-rate salaries, often above union agreements
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