The government of Chilitogether with the Unitary Central of Workers, confirmed the increase in salary Minimum, which will reach $ 510,636 per month since January 1, 2025. This figure represents an increase of $ 10,636 compared to the previously established $ 500,000.
The increase was determined based on the accumulated variation of the consumer price index (CPI), which registered a 2.1% rise between July and December 2024. This percentage reflects the necessary adjustment to counteract inflation and ensure that the salary Minimum maintain your purchasing power against the cost of living.
Readjustment for workers under 18 years old
Likewise, a specific figure for workers who are outside the usual ranges was set. The minimum monthly income for people under 18 and over 65 will be $ 380,923, which seeks to ensure a fair salary for these vulnerable groups.
The increase in salary Minimum also brings a readjustment in family and maternal allocation, which benefits various family groups according to their income. This contribution will be delivered in three different sections, each with specific amounts according to the beneficiary’s income level.
Family Assignment Sections
For those with income of up to $ 598,698, $ 21,243 will be granted per family charge. Those who win between $ 598,698 and $ 874,460 will receive $ 13,036 per charge, while the income that exceeds $ 874,460 but does not exceed $ 1,363,858 will receive $ 4,119 per family burden.
With this readjustment, Chili It is positioned as the third country with the salary higher minimum in Latin America. Despite the economic challenges, this measure seeks to improve working and social conditions for Chilean workers, promoting the well -being of lower income families.
This salary increase is a step towards strengthening the national economy, seeking to balance the growing inflation and ensure that workers can continue to face the basic costs of life.
