PWM Wage Estimator
Calculate the mandatory minimum salary for various industry sectors in Singapore for 2026.
What is PWM?
The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) is a wage ladder that ensures workers in key sectors earn a fair salary that increases as they improve their skills and productivity.
Unlike a general minimum wage, PWM is sector-specific and role-specific, providing a clear career path from entry-level to supervisory positions.
How to Use This Calculator
- Select Sector - Choose your industry (e.g. Security, Cleaning, Landscape).
- Select Job Level - Identify your current role to find the corresponding wage floor.
- Check Results - The estimator shows the 2026 gross wage floor and a projection for 2027.
Calculation Formula & Example
The Formula
Min. Wage = Statutory Floor for Sector + Career Multiplier
Where:
- Entry = The baseline wage for a new worker.
- Supervisor = A higher floor for those with management roles.
Example Calculation
In 2026, a General Cleaner must be paid at least S$2,200 per month. An employer found paying less can face stiff penalties and lose their access to foreign workers.
Benefits of Using This Calculator
- Wage Transparency - Empower workers to know their legal wage rights.
- Career Pathing - See exactly how much your income increases if you move up to a senior role.
- Compliance Check - Help employers ensure they remain eligible for Work Passes and govt grants.
Calculator Use Cases
Compare offers to ensure they meet the latest government-mandated floors.
Quickly verify that their 2026 salary structures are compliant with the latest PWM schedule.
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