BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 13. Average monthly salaries in Kyrgyzstan have increased in 2022, Trend reports with reference to the National Statistical Committee of Kyrgyzstan.
According to statistical data, the average monthly salary in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 25,711 soms ($300) from January through December 2022, which is an increase of about 30 percent over the same period in 2021 (approx. 20,200 soms, or $236).
During the reporting period, the most significant increase in salaries was observed in the field of art, entertainment and recreation (68.7 percent), healthcare and social services (51.1 percent), education (45.2 percent), public administration and defense (33.5 percent) and others.
Meanwhile, as of January 13, 2023, the official exchange rate set by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan is KGS85.68/1USD.