# Extremadura economic and wage statistics

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/extremadura-economic-and-wage-statistics
> Updated: 2026-08-23T04:30:39.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

In 2025, the average gross annual salary in Extremadura reached a record €23,254, marking a 3.3% increase from the previous year. Despite this growth, the region remains the lowest-paid area in Spain, with wages approximately 18% below the national average of €28,410.

Earnings vary significantly by sector and company size. Industry workers in the region earn an average of €25,260, while those in services and construction earn €23,111 and €21,889, respectively. Furthermore, employees in companies with more than 200 staff receive an average of €29,749, compared to €19,138 for those in firms with fewer than 50 employees.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-23: Extremadura exceeds Spanish averages in sexual frequency and satisfaction study

A Diversual study shows Extremadura exceeds Spain's national averages for sexual frequency and satisfaction, with Cáceres and Badajoz reporting high levels of activity and pleasure.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/extremadura-exceeds-spanish-averages-in-sexual-frequency-and-satisfaction-study

### 2026-07-24: Extremadura posts record average salary but stays at bottom of Spain's wage rankings

Extremadura's average salary hits a historic €23,254 yet remains Spain's lowest, while 120 low‑earning self‑employed receive a €115,200 “Tarifa cero” subsidy.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/extremadura-posts-record-average-salary-but-stays-at-bottom-of-spains-wage-rankings

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