Over 137,000 residents of Ural city are to receive increased compensation
In a significant development, Interim Governor Denis Pasler announced a salary increase for nearly 137,000 workers in various sectors, effective from September 1st, 2025. The funds for this increase are coming from the regional budget, with an additional 5 billion rubles allocated specifically for this purpose.
The categories of workers affected by this increase include teachers, medical professionals, social workers, and cultural workers, as outlined in the May decrees of the President of Russia. This move is aimed at recognising the invaluable contribution these professionals make to society and addressing the shortage of skilled workers in these sectors.
While specific details regarding the number of affected workers and the exact budget impact on the Sverdlovsk regional government are yet to be disclosed, the broader economic context provides some insight. General wage growth in Russia for 2025 shows an average salary increase, with average wages rising to about ₽97,000 in March 2025 from lower amounts in 2024. Despite inflation of around 10%, real wages have grown modestly.
Regionally, Yekaterinburg, the main city in Sverdlovsk, has an average wage of roughly ₽68,300 per month. This is below the averages for Moscow and St. Petersburg but above some peripheral cities. However, data on public sector professions like teachers or social workers is not detailed in the available sources.
The Sverdlovsk region is experiencing labor shortages, especially in industrial sectors, leading to plans to import up to 1 million skilled workers from abroad, including India, to areas including Sverdlovsk. This influx aims to alleviate workforce gaps.
The economic environment is challenging, with some industrial enterprises implementing anti-crisis measures such as reduced workweeks instead of layoffs. Budgetary pressures due to inflation, corporate taxation, and operational costs could also influence compensation policies.
Elena Vladimirova, the subject of the news, has reported that this salary increase will result in a 16.8% raise in the average salary of budget-funded employees by the end of the year. The daily work of these specialists directly impacts the future of the country, making this increase all the more significant.
For more detailed information, it is recommended to consult regional government financial reports or press releases from the Sverdlovsk regional administration or Ministry of Labor of the Russian Federation. Sectoral unions or professional associations for teachers, medical workers, social workers, and cultural workers in the Sverdlovsk region may also provide valuable insights.
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[1] Source: https://www.rbc.ru/economics/25/02/2025/5e4f558a9a79477d2309f410 [2] Source: https://www.vesti.ru/doc.html?id=3150176 [3] Source: https://www.gazeta.ru/business/2025/02/25/12787863.shtml [4] Source: https://www.tass.ru/ekonomica/8672034 [5] Source: https://www.interfax.ru/russia/727346
- The financial implications of the salary increase for workers in sectors like education, business, and culture will be significant, as the funds come from the regional budget and an additional 5 billion rubles have been allocated specifically for this purpose.
- In the face of labor shortages, especially in industrial sectors and the need to import skilled workers, the increase in the salaries of educators, business professionals, and those in the arts and cultural sector can serve as a strategic tool for attracting and retaining local talent in the Sverdlovsk region.
