Malaysia median advertised minimum salary remains RM3,000

The median minimum monthly salary advertised for job vacancies in Malaysia remained unchanged at RM3,000 in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. This data, provided by Jobstreet by SEEK Malaysia, focuses on advertised minimums in job postings.

In contrast, Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) data for the same period reported that the median monthly wage for Malaysian citizens in formal employment reached RM3,000, representing a 4.8 percent year-on-year increase. The DOSM figures include bonuses, commissions, and allowances, whereas the Jobstreet data reflects advertised minimums.

Sector-specific trends show growth in certain industries. The Banking and Financial Services sector saw its median advertised minimum rise by 14.3 percent to RM4,000. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) saw an 11.1 percent increase, reaching a median of RM5,000.

Geographic variations were also noted, with Kuala Lumpur recording a median advertised minimum of RM3,500, while Sabah recorded RM2,100, and the states of Kelantan, Terengganu, and Pahang recorded RM2,000.