Average monthly nominal wage in Azerbaijan increases by 7.8%

The average monthly nominal wage of hired workers in Azerbaijan in January–September grew by 7.8% compared to the same period last year, reaching 1,173 manats ($690), Report informs, citing the State Statistics Committee.

A higher level of average salary was recorded in the mining industry, financial and insurance activities, information and communication sectors, professional, scientific and technical activities, as well as transportation and storage.