Ukraine’s Finance Ministry Reveals Civil Servant Salaries: Who Earns Over 80,000 Hryvnias.

Average Salaries and Staff Counts in Ukraine’s State Bodies

According to Novyny.live: Ukraine’s Ministry of Finance has released data on average salaries and employee numbers across state agencies for January 2026. The National Commission for State Regulation of Energy and Utilities leads with an average monthly wage of 84,600 hryvnias. The Antimonopoly Committee follows closely at 81,700 hryvnias, while the Verkhovna Rada’s Secretariat reports an average of 74,600 hryvnias.

Pay levels vary significantly by administrative tier. Central government apparatuses average 53,300 hryvnias per month, regional offices of central bodies pay 31,500 hryvnias, and territorial branches bring in 15,500 hryvnias. These figures highlight stark disparities in compensation based on position and location within the state hierarchy.

Workforce Numbers and Pay Adjustments

The civil service workforce has also shifted. The actual number of state employees dropped by 5,100 people, bringing the total to 165,500 as of January 2026. Of these, over 108,000 work in central and territorial authorities, more than 23,000 are in local state administrations, and over 34,000 serve in the judiciary.

Average pay in local state administrations reflects a broader trend: the minimum salary threshold rose in 2026 from two to 2.5 times the subsistence minimum for able-bodied persons, now set at 3,328 hryvnias. These changes in wages and staffing point to an evolving public sector in Ukraine, adapting to new economic realities.

This data underscores the importance of tracking shifts in the state sector, especially amid economic challenges. The reduction in civil servant numbers may signal cost-cutting reforms, while salary increases in certain agencies suggest efforts to attract and retain skilled personnel. The findings could shape future policies on public service and governance in Ukraine.