Social Security Costs Rose 4.5% in 2025 — Outpacing Wages

Los costes en cotizaciones sociales crecieron en 2025 un 4,5%, un punto más que los salarios

Mar 17, 2026, 11:36 AM es source ↗

Summary

Spain's social security contributions paid by employers grew by 4.5% in 2025, outpacing wage growth by a full percentage point. Total labour costs per worker reached €3,382 by the end of the year. The gap highlights the rising non-wage burden on Spanish businesses.

Preview

El montante que las empresas dedican a pagar a los empleados repuntó al cierre de 2025 y alcanzó los 3.382 euros por trabajador

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