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Salaries in Kuwait 2026: Average Pay by Job
What do jobs in Kuwait pay? Monthly salary ranges in KWD for 6 roles, with a source for every figure.
Quick answer
Monthly salary ranges for 6 jobs in Kuwait in KWD, from published salary reports (2023-2026). There is no personal income tax on salaries, so the figure you are offered is what you take home before any social-insurance deduction that applies to you.
Salaries by job in Kuwait
| Job | Monthly salary | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | KWD 600 - 1,300 | Gross |
| Nurse | KWD 450 - 1,200 | Basic |
| Doctor (General Practitioner) | KWD 1,000 - 1,800 | Basic |
| Pharmacist | KWD 550 - 1,400 | Gross |
| Accountant | KWD 340 - 540 | Basic |
| Civil Engineer | KWD 500 - 1,000 | Gross |
Gross = total package including the usual housing and transport allowances. Every figure is sourced on its job page.
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