Work life

According to Statistics Estonia, in the fourth quarter of 2025, there were 8,553 job vacancies in the enterprises, institutions and organisations of Estonia. The number of vacant posts was the highest in education and wholesale and retail trade.

According to Statistics Estonia, the average monthly gross wages and salaries in 2025 were 2,092 euros, which is 5.6% higher than in 2024. In the fourth quarter of 2025, the average monthly gross wages and salaries were 2,155 euros, which is 4.5% higher than in the same quarter of 2024.

According to Statistics Estonia, in 2025, the unemployment rate was 7.5%, the employment rate was 68.5%, and the labour force participation rate was 74.1%.