Published: May 31, 2026 · Tedros Editorial
Ethiopian-Israeli Salary Benchmarks 2026 — What Do People Earn by Sector?
Salary by Sector — 2025-2026 Data
Based on: CBS, Adva Center, JDC-Ashalim surveys.
Hi-Tech (Software / Data)
| Role | Median |
|---|---|
| Junior Developer | 13,000–16,000 ILS |
| Mid-Level Developer | 18,000–25,000 ILS |
| Senior Developer | 28,000–40,000 ILS |
Average for Tech-Career graduates in year 1: 14,800 ILS
Nursing & Health
| Role | Median |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 9,500–12,000 ILS |
| Specialist Nurse | 13,000–17,000 ILS |
Education
| Role | Median |
|---|---|
| High school teacher | 8,500–12,000 ILS |
| School principal | 14,000–20,000 ILS |
Wage Gap Summary
- Hi-tech: only 14% below national average — best sector for closing the gap
- Public sector: 21% gap
- Commerce & services: 38% gap — worst
How to Increase Salary
- Research salaries on AllJobs/Glassdoor before interviews
- Negotiate — 67% of job-seekers don't, and it's a mistake
- Career switch to tech or data science raises salary 40-80% within a year