Russia's 2025 economic gains lift wages and slash poverty rates
Russia saw economic improvements in 2025, with wages rising and poverty declining. The government also introduced new measures to strengthen social services and support vulnerable groups. These changes come alongside broader efforts to boost productivity in key sectors.
Official figures showed a drop in poverty last year. The national rate fell to 6.7%, down 0.4 percentage points from 2024. Among large families receiving social support, half moved above the poverty line. Similarly, over 44% of citizens under social contracts escaped poverty in 2025.
Wages grew steadily throughout the year. Nominal average salaries rose by 13.5%, while real wages increased by 4.4% from January to November. The unemployment rate remained low at 2.5%. The government adjusted the subsistence minimum and related benefits in 2025. A new industry programme was also approved to improve labour productivity in social services and medical-social assessments. Authorities aim to increase the number of services provided per worker by 16% by 2030. The changes are designed to free up more resources for direct citizen support.
The 2025 data highlights progress in wages, employment, and poverty reduction. With targeted programmes now in place, the government expects further improvements in social service efficiency. The focus remains on sustaining economic growth while expanding support for those in need.
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