The disposable income of households in Greece reached its highest point in 17 years in 2025, according to the latest data from ELSTAT.
The data show that the rise continued at a strong pace, confirming the positive trend in incomes. During the same period, consumption also moved upward, in direct correlation with the improvement in earnings.
Disposable income rose by 5,3%
Total disposable income strengthened by 5.3% year-on-year to 167 billion. euros, the biggest increase since 2009. Recall that 2024 was preceded by an increase of 4.5%, indicating a steady upward trend.
The strengthening was particularly pronounced in the fourth quarter of 2025, where growth reached 9.8%.
The improvement was mainly driven by labor income and business activity, which increased by 2.51 billion, according to economic staff sources. euros (+5.9%). At the same time, social contributions increased by 4.6%, while taxes decreased by 5.3%, boosting the final amount left to households.
Determining role of lower unemployment
The reduction in unemployment also had a significant impact, which is close to 8%. The increase in employment broadens the wage base and supports overall income.
Market participants point out that the rise in the minimum wage in recent years is beginning to be reflected more clearly, especially in the lower income brackets.
Increase in private consumption
Consumption of households also started to rise, with an increase of 5.5% and a total of 171.5 billion. EUR. This development confirms the close relationship between income and expenditure.
The data reflects nominal growth, in an environment where inflation moved to around 2.5% in 2025. However, even after its effect, real income support is still being recorded.
According to economic officials, this picture is linked to the gradual improvement in the financial situation of households and the general stabilization of the market.
