Getting a
job and working in Latvia is one of the reasons why one might want to acquire a residence permit in Europe (an example of this would be a residence permit in Latvia). Working in Latvia also allows you to enjoy all the benefits of residing in the EU, such as freedom of moving in the Schengen area, the chance to be employed and do business in the member-states with fewer requirement, as well as travel to European destinations without the need for a visa (with some exceptions).
VacanciesAs of now, there are approximately 29 704 vacancies available in Latvia. That is 3.2% of all the job positions, both occupied and vacant, in the country.
Wages and expenses
In Latvia the minimum wage is EUR 430, while the average salary is EUR 806.
A single person in Latvia spends an average of EUR 594 per month, not including rent.
Wage distribution
The wages in Latvia differ based on several factors, such as the industry and gender of an employee:
Wage distirbution by gender and insustry in Latvia (in EUR)
Industry Men Women
Mining and quarrying 1053 845
Manufacturing 888 723
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1124 1023
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities 869 771
Construction 812 825
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles 960 701
Transportation and storage 883 893
Accommodation and food service activities 646 572
Information and communication 1662 1211
Financial and insurance activities 2542 1591
Real estate activities 772 727
Professional, scientific and technical activities 1083 952
Administrative and support service activities 790 776
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security 1090 1069
Education 767 723
Human health and social work activities 899 772
Arts, entertainment and recreation 879 700
Other service activities 759 667
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