How Much Should a 40-Year-Old Earn? DGBAS Releases Latest Income Data – Instantly Check Which Percentile You Rank In by Age

Benefiting from Taiwan's strong economic performance, a stable labor market, and declining unemployment, the Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics (DGBAS) has released the latest results of its household income survey. In 2025 (114), the average annual income for residents reached NT$763,000, with all age groups recording their highest levels in history. Notably, the average annual income for individuals under 30 also rose to NT$587,000, marking a 5% increase from the previous year. The 45- to 54-year-old age group achieved the highest average annual income at NT$982,000.

Li Jia-hang, a counselor at DGBAS, pointed out that sustained economic growth and the adjustment of minimum wage have driven income increases across all income brackets. However, the growth rate for the highest-income group remains greater than that of the lowest-income group.

Key statistical indicators are as follows:

- Average disposable income per household: NT$1.21 million (+3.9% year-on-year); median: NT$1.018 million (+3.4%) - Average per capita disposable income (adjusted for household size): NT$450,000 (+7.4%); median: NT$367,000 (+3.2%)

Average annual income by age group:

- Under 30: NT$587,000 (up 5% from NT$559,000 in 113) - 30–34 years: NT$770,000 - 35–39 years: NT$860,000 - 40–44 years: NT$959,000 - 45–54 years: NT$982,000 (highest across all age groups) - 55–64 years: NT$886,000 - 65 years and above: NT$502,000

To find out how your income compares nationally, visit the Executive Yuan DGBAS 'Personal Salary Checker' platform.

Q1: What is 'per capita disposable income'? What is the data for 114? A: Disposable income refers to the amount of income available for consumption or saving after deducting direct taxes and social insurance premiums. In 114, the average per capita disposable income (adjusted for household size) was NT$450,000, with a median of NT$367,000.

Q2: How much did the average annual income for those under 30 increase? A: The average annual income for individuals under 30 in 114 rose to NT$587,000, up 5% from NT$559,000 in 113, achieving an annual growth rate of 5%.