In October, the average net monthly salary was 4.2% lower on the year in real terms.

On a monthly comparison basis, the average net monthly wage in November rose 1.3% in real terms, following an increase of 0.3% in October, according to the Zagreb-based agency.

The average gross monthly salary amounted to HRK 10,758 (EUR 1,427.80) in November, down by a real 4.1% year-on-year and higher by 1.6% on the month. Croatia officially adopted the euro currency on January 1.