Blue Collar Salary Guide

Compare wages across European countries

Average Salaries by Country

🇩🇪

Germany

€2,200 - €3,500
Gross monthly salary
Net: €1,600 - €2,400
🇳🇱

Netherlands

€2,400 - €3,800
Gross monthly salary
Net: €1,800 - €2,600
🇧🇪

Belgium

€2,300 - €3,400
Gross monthly salary
Net: €1,700 - €2,300
🇦🇹

Austria

€2,100 - €3,200
Gross monthly salary
Net: €1,550 - €2,200
🇨🇭

Switzerland

€4,500 - €6,500
Gross monthly salary
Net: €3,800 - €5,200
🇩🇰

Denmark

€3,200 - €4,500
Gross monthly salary
Net: €2,100 - €2,800

Net Salary Calculator

Estimated Net Salary
€1,750
After taxes and social security

Salary Comparison Table

Country Min Wage Avg Blue Collar Experienced Tax Rate
🇩🇪 Germany €2,080 €2,800 €3,500+ ~30%
🇳🇱 Netherlands €2,070 €3,000 €3,800+ ~32%
🇧🇪 Belgium €2,030 €2,800 €3,400+ ~35%
🇦🇹 Austria €1,950 €2,600 €3,200+ ~28%
🇨🇭 Switzerland €4,200 €5,500 €6,500+ ~15%
🇩🇰 Denmark €3,000 €3,800 €4,500+ ~38%

Note: Salaries vary by region, experience, and specific role. Many employers also provide free accommodation, reducing living costs significantly.

What's Included?

BenefitGermanyNetherlandsBelgium
Health Insurance✅ Included✅ Included✅ Included
Paid Vacation24-30 days25 days20 days
Pension✅ ~9%✅ ~8%✅ ~8%
Overtime Pay125-150%125-150%150%
Night Shift Bonus+25%+25-50%+30%

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