Israeli Salaries in the 50s: A Profession-by-Profession Breakdown
Translated & summarized from Bizportal by baba
The average monthly salary for Israelis aged 50-59 reached approximately 21,300 shekels in early 2026, the highest among all age groups, though the median salary was around 15,000 shekels. High-tech professionals continue to earn significantly more, with software developers potentially earning over 40,000 shekels. A substantial gender pay gap persists, with men earning considerably more than women in this age bracket. Salaries generally peak in the 50s, with a notable increase occurring between the 30s and 40s.
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- The average salary for Israelis aged 50-59 is the highest across all age groups, reaching approximately 21,300 shekels.
- The median salary for employees aged 50-59 was around 15,000 shekels in early 2026.
- High-tech professionals, such as software developers, can earn significantly more, with some estimates exceeding 40,000 shekels.
- A considerable gender pay gap exists, with men in their 50s earning about 58% more than women.
- The largest salary increase occurs between the ages of 30-39 and 40-49.
- Salaries tend to plateau in the 50s, with a slight increase from the 40s.
- After age 60, average salaries decline as workers reduce hours or retire.
In the first half of 2025, the median monthly salary for employees aged 50-59 in Israel was approximately 14,243 shekels (about 15,000 shekels in today's terms), slightly lower than that of 40-year-olds. However, the average salary for this age group, at 20,287 shekels (around 21,300 shekels today), was the highest across all age brackets. This suggests that while the typical worker in their 50s has reached their salary ceiling, a small percentage of high earners, likely in senior positions, are driving up the average.
The most significant salary jump occurs between the ages of 30-39 and 40-49, with the average salary increasing by about 22%. By the age of 50-59, the average salary is only slightly higher than in the previous decade. Data from 2024 also showed individuals in their 50s leading in average earnings, with about 19,500 shekels. This age group comprises approximately 630,000 employees.
Salaries in the high-tech sector saw a substantial increase of about 6.5% on average, reaching approximately 35,300 shekels. Other sectors experienced an average salary increase of about 5.1%. The average salary used by the National Insurance Institute to update benefits rose by approximately 3.4% in January.
Specific professions show varied earning potentials. For instance, a teacher in their 50s might earn between 12,500 and 17,000 shekels, while a customer service representative earns between 11,500 and 14,000 shekels. Higher earners include registered nurses (19,500-23,500 shekels), accountants (19,500-25,000 shekels), and civil engineers (19,500-24,500 shekels). In contrast, software developers in their 50s are estimated to earn between 34,500 and 42,000 shekels, with specialized roles like machine learning engineers reaching up to 54,500 shekels.
There is a significant gender pay gap, with men aged 50-59 earning an average of about 26,400 shekels and women earning around 16,700 shekels. This gap of approximately 58% is the widest among the main age groups. The median salary also declines for both men and women compared to the previous decade. After age 60, average salaries drop further as some individuals move to part-time work or retire.
