Based on the latest data from the Department of Industry and Manpower of Magelang Regency, the Minimum Wage (UMK) for Magelang Regency in 2026 has been set at Rp 2,607,790. This figure represents a significant increase of 5.69% when compared to the minimum wage in 2025, which stood at Rp 2,467,488. This increment further confirms the positive trend of consistent minimum wage growth in Magelang Regency that has been steadily climbing every year over the past five years, considering that in 2022 the minimum wage was still at Rp 2,081,807.
When compared to surrounding regencies and municipalities in the previous period, the minimum wage figure in Magelang Regency is highly competitive. For a comparative overview in 2025, the minimum wage in neighboring areas such as Magelang Municipality was recorded at Rp 2,429,285, followed by Wonosobo at Rp 2,455,038, and Purworejo at Rp 2,401,962. The establishment of this minimum wage increase for 2026 is expected to be a breath of fresh air to boost the public's purchasing power, improve the welfare of the workforce, and support a conducive economic growth rate in Magelang Regency.
