5 Countries with the Highest Average Salaries in Asia

2. United Arab Emirates

Average Salary: $51,390

The job market in the UAE is observing prodigious growth as there is a projection of 4% increase in average salaries which outpaces the 2.3% rise in inflation, according to the Mercer Middle East Total Remuneration Survey for 2024. Various sectors are set for major salary hikes such as energy and consumer goods companies are expecting increases of 4.3% and 4.1%, respectively. Additionally, the life sciences and high-tech sectors are primed for a 4% salary increment. Despite the escalating cost of living, driven mainly by high rent prices, the UAE remains an attractive destination for opportunities in high-demand fields.