Salaries in Rwanda
Average pay by sector
| Sector | Average monthly pay (FRW) | Average hourly pay (FRW) |
|---|---|---|
| Services | 141,653 | 1,100 |
| Industry | 104,169 | 849 |
| Agriculture | 33,326 | 408 |
| All paid employees | 82,996 | 723 |
Source: National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda: Labour Force Survey, annual report 20251
The National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda publishes pay by broad sector, not by job title. Salaries for managers, engineers and other professionals are agreed case by case. Recruiters in the directory can quote current market rates for a role.
Figures checked November 2026. A guide only, not tax, legal or financial advice.
Sources for the calculator
- RSSB: Presidential Order N° 086/01 of 12/12/2024 on the pension contribution rate
- Rwanda Revenue Authority: Pension scheme contribution
- RSSB: Separate declaration of pension and occupational hazards contributions
- Rwanda Revenue Authority: Maternity leave contribution
- Rwanda Revenue Authority: Medical scheme contribution
Median monthly pay by district
Pay in Kigali’s districts is about twice the national median; most rural districts sit below it.
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| Rank | District | Province | Median monthly pay, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kicukiro | City of Kigali | RWF 100,000 |
| 2 | Gasabo | City of Kigali | RWF 80,000 |
| 3 | Nyarugenge | City of Kigali | RWF 80,000 |
| 4 | Musanze | Northern Province | RWF 52,000 |
| 5 | Rubavu | Western Province | RWF 52,000 |
| 6 | Kamonyi | Southern Province | RWF 46,800 |
| 7 | Bugesera | Eastern Province | RWF 43,333 |
| 8 | Burera | Northern Province | RWF 39,000 |
| 9 | Muhanga | Southern Province | RWF 39,000 |
| 10 | Rwamagana | Eastern Province | RWF 39,000 |
| 11 | Rusizi | Western Province | RWF 39,000 |
| 12 | Nyamasheke | Western Province | RWF 39,000 |
| 13 | Nyabihu | Western Province | RWF 39,000 |
| 14 | Gicumbi | Northern Province | RWF 31,200 |
| 15 | Rulindo | Northern Province | RWF 31,200 |
| 16 | Huye | Southern Province | RWF 31,200 |
| 17 | Nyamagabe | Southern Province | RWF 31,200 |
| 18 | Ruhango | Southern Province | RWF 31,200 |
| 19 | Nyaruguru | Southern Province | RWF 31,200 |
| 20 | Karongi | Western Province | RWF 31,200 |
| 21 | Rutsiro | Western Province | RWF 31,200 |
| 22 | Ngororero | Western Province | RWF 31,200 |
| 23 | Kayonza | Eastern Province | RWF 30,000 |
| 24 | Gakenke | Northern Province | RWF 26,000 |
| 25 | Gisagara | Southern Province | RWF 26,000 |
| 26 | Nyanza | Southern Province | RWF 26,000 |
| 27 | Nyagatare | Eastern Province | RWF 26,000 |
| 28 | Gatsibo | Eastern Province | RWF 26,000 |
| 29 | Kirehe | Eastern Province | RWF 26,000 |
| 30 | Ngoma | Eastern Province | RWF 26,000 |
How pay is spread
| Monthly income, 2025 | Share of paid employees |
|---|---|
| Under FRW 20,000 | 7.1% |
| FRW 20,000 to 29,999 | 28.6% |
| FRW 30,000 to 49,999 | 23.4% |
| FRW 50,000 to 99,999 | 19.8% |
| FRW 100,000 and above | 20.8% |
Source: National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda: Labour Force Survey, annual report 20251
About two thirds of employees surveyed said their last pay covered a single day. For staff paid monthly, the median was FRW 50,000 in 2025.
No statutory minimum wage
The 2018 Labour Law lets the Minister of Labour set a minimum wage by ministerial order, but none has been set. Wages are agreed by negotiation and collective agreements.
What an employer pays on top
| Contribution | Employer share | Employee share |
|---|---|---|
| Pension | 6% | 6% |
| Occupational hazards | 2% | — |
| Maternity leave | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Total | 8.3% | 6.3% |
Source: Rwanda Revenue Authority: Pension scheme contribution; Rwanda Revenue Authority: Maternity leave contribution3,4
On a gross salary of FRW 300,000 a month, the employer pays about FRW 324,900 in total. The employee’s PAYE on that salary is FRW 54,000. The pension rate rises by two points a year from 2027, to 20% in 2030.3,5
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary in Rwanda?
Paid employees earned an average of FRW 83,110 a month in 2025. The median was FRW 39,000.
Is there a minimum wage?
No. The 2018 Labour Law lets the Minister of Labour set one by ministerial order, but none has been set.
Which sector pays most?
Services, at an average of FRW 141,653 a month. Industry averages FRW 104,169.
What does a FRW 300,000 salary cost the employer?
About FRW 324,900 in total, with RSSB contributions.
Sources
- National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda: Labour Force Survey, annual report 2025
- U.S. Department of State: 2026 Investment Climate Statement, Rwanda
- Rwanda Revenue Authority: Pension scheme contribution
- Rwanda Revenue Authority: Maternity leave contribution
- Rwanda Revenue Authority: Basic information on Rwanda taxation, 2025
Figures checked 8 November 2026. Prepared by InvestRwanda.com for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.
