The rise of salary Minimum will apply in a staggered way. Since May 1, 2025, the amount will be $ 529,000 for people between 18 and 65 years. Then, as of January 1, 2026, it will reach $ 539,000. With this decision, it seeks to reduce the wage gap and strengthen purchasing power in a context of moderate inflation and economic reactivation.
Minimum wage: how much will arrive in January
The increase in salary Minimum will not only impact workers, but also contemplate measures for micro, small and medium enterprises. These will receive state support to mitigate the effects of rise through special subsidies and administrative facilities. The objective is that the measure does not generate cost overruns that affect the use of Chilimaintaining the sustainability of smaller businesses.
The project includes other adjustments related to salary Minimum, such as the increase in family subsidy, family and maternal assignment. These benefits will be updated in proportion to the new base income, which will allow a general improvement in the most vulnerable homes. In addition, inspection mechanisms were established to ensure that all companies comply with the new amounts established by law.
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In recent years, the salary Minimum has experienced sustained evolution. In 2022 it was $ 350,000, in 2024 it reached $ 500,000 and is currently $ 510,636. This new increase projects accumulated growth of more than 50% in just four years, reflecting the government’s priority to improve working conditions and promoting greater income equity.
Source: Shuttersock.
Among the most relevant points of the readjustment of the salary Minimum stand out:
- In May 2025 it will rise to $ 529,000.
- In January 2026 it will reach $ 539,000.
- It will benefit 950 thousand workers.
- It will include financial support to MSMEs.
- Will adjust subsidies and family assignments.
