Approximately one-third of younger individuals in Russia aspire to earn 200,000 rubles.
In the heart of mid-2025, a survey of economically active young Russians reveals some intriguing insights about the nation's career landscape and salaries.
According to the findings, the average career peak age in Russia is perceived to be between 30 to 40 years old. A significant 44% of surveyed young people believe it happens between 36 and 40 years old, while 38% believe it occurs between 30 and 35 years old. Fewer, 18%, think the peak happens between 40 and 50 years old.
The national average salary in Russia, as of May 2025, stands at around 99,422 rubles per month. This represents a 14.5% increase compared to May 2024. However, income varies significantly by industry, with some sectors offering wages two to three times higher than the average.
A breakdown of the salary distribution among young Russians shows that about 27% currently earn up to 50,000 rubles monthly. Twenty-two percent earn between 51,000 and 81,000 rubles, 24% between 81,000 and 101,000 rubles, and 27% earn over 101,000 rubles.
Young professionals aiming for career peaks expect higher salaries. Around 33% aim for at least 200,000 rubles monthly at their peak, 28% aspire to earn 400,000 to 500,000 rubles monthly, and 16% want to earn more than 300,000 rubles monthly.
While detailed average salaries by specific industries in Russia for May 2025 are not directly provided in the results, the nuclear industry is highlighted as a focus of growth. With workforce shortages and an emphasis on highly skilled engineering roles, this sector could potentially offer higher salaries. The overall trend indicates growth in wages and sectoral disparities.
| Aspect | Data for Russia (May 2025) | |-------------------------|------------------------------------------------------| | Average perceived career peak age | Mostly 30–40 years (44% say 36–40, 38% say 30–35) | | Average monthly salary (national) | 99,422 rubles | | Salary distribution among youth | 27% up to 50K rub, 22% 51–81K, 24% 81–101K, 27% above 101K rub | | Desired salary at career peak (youth) | 33% at least 200,000 rub, 28% 400–500K rub, 16% over 300K rub |
This reflects general trends as of mid-2025 based on a survey of economically active young Russians and official statistics. Detailed breakdowns by other specific industries were not found in the available data.
Personal-finance goals of young professionals align with their expected career peaks, as 33% aim for at least 200,000 rubles monthly at their peak, highlighting the significance of finance in business decisions within this demographic. Businesses in the nuclear industry, experiencing workforce shortages and emphasizing highly skilled engineering roles, may offer higher than average salaries as a potential strategy for attracting talent in the field of personal-finance.
