Is a salary of €30,000 enough to live well in Malta?

It depends heavily on housing — rent is the single biggest variable. A single person renting a 1-bedroom in Sliema or St Julian's needs roughly €1,200-1,500/month, which makes €30,000 gross workable but tight. Sharing a flat or living further from the coast significantly changes the math. Use FreeMalta's Cost of Living calculator alongside this benchmark to see your real take-home picture.

How do I know if my salary is good for my role in Malta?

Compare your gross salary against the min-max range for your specific role and sector above, not the national average — averages flatten huge sector differences. A salary at or above the midpoint of your role's range is generally competitive; below the minimum suggests it's worth benchmarking against other Malta employers.

Malta Salary Benchmarks 2026 — 806 Roles Across 20 Sectors

Q: Which sectors pay the highest salaries in Malta?

Technology (AI, Cloud, Blockchain), iGaming (C-level), Finance & Banking, Legal (gaming and corporate lawyers) and Aviation (commercial pilots).

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€33.5K

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Top sector

€150K

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average salary in Malta for 2026?

The overall Malta average gross salary is approximately €33,499. This varies significantly by sector: Technology €22,000–€90,000, Finance & Banking €18,000–€150,000, iGaming €18,000–€130,000, Legal €18,000–€140,000, Healthcare €18,000–€65,000. Use the filters above to explore specific roles.

Which sectors pay the highest salaries in Malta?

The highest-paying sectors are Technology (AI, Cloud, Blockchain engineers), iGaming (C-level and specialised roles), Finance & Banking (investment banking, wealth management), Legal (gaming and corporate lawyers) and Aviation (commercial pilots and air traffic controllers).

Are Malta salary figures gross or net?

All figures are gross annual salaries. Use the FreeMalta Salary Calculator to calculate your exact net take-home pay after income tax and social security contributions.

How is the Malta salary data collected?

Data is aggregated from Jobsplus (Malta's national employment agency), LinkedIn Market Insights, established Malta recruitment agencies and direct confidential feedback from employers and employees across industries. Updated for 2026.

What is the KEI salary threshold in Malta?

The Key Employee Initiative (KEI) threshold is €45,000 gross annual salary (raised from €35,000 in August 2025). If your offered salary meets this threshold, you qualify for the KEI fast-track single permit route. See the Single Permit guide for full details.

What are entry-level Technology salaries in Malta?

Junior Software Developer: €22,000–€30,000. Junior DevOps Engineer: €35,000–€45,000. Junior Data Scientist: €35,000–€40,000. AI Engineer (entry): €37,000–€48,000. Full Stack Developer (entry): €32,000–€38,000.

What do senior executives earn in Malta?

CEO: €100,000–€150,000. CFO: €90,000–€120,000. CTO: €85,000–€115,000. CCO: €95,000–€105,000. CRO: €90,000–€130,000. iGaming C-level roles can exceed €130,000 annually.

Is this salary data free to access?

Yes — completely free, no login required. FreeMalta is Malta's only public salary database covering 806 roles across 20 sectors. This is why Malta has this information: to help workers and employers make informed decisions.