Based on the forecast by the Ministry of Economic Development and… (мрот · размер · общественный)
Based on the forecast by the Ministry of Economic Development and expert opinions, it is estimated that in 2027 the minimum wage will range from 29 to 31 thousand rubles. He also reminded that the minimum wage affects the size of wages, sick pay, allowances, and other social payments.
Consensus
- The federal minimum wage (MROT) in Russia may increase to between 29,000 and 31,000 rubles in 2027.
- The official MROT for 2027 will be approved at the end of 2026.
- The MROT affects salary calculations, sick leave payments, benefits, and other social payouts.
- Russian regions have the right to set their own MROT, which must not be lower than the federal level.
Points of divergence
- Sergei Mironov, head of the 'A Just Russia' party, stated that the subsistence minimum should be recalculated and estimated it at nearly 45,000 rubles without loans and 53,000 rubles with loans. — vm
- The MROT in Rostov Oblast for 2026 is 32,511.6 rubles. — vesti
Coverage (2 sources)
- Public Chamber of Russia: Minimum Wage Could Rise to 29,000–31,000 Rubles in 2027 — Вечерняя Москва
- Public Chamber assesses possible minimum wage size for 2027 — Вести