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A family of four in Romania needs 11,668 lei monthly for a decent living, reflecting a 2.6% increase from 2025. The analysis by Friedrich Ebert Foundation and Syndex Romania highlights rising costs in housing, healthcare, and education. The estimated decent minimum wage for 2026 is 5,542 lei net, significantly higher than the current minimum wage of 2,699 lei. While the average salary is approaching the decent living threshold, the gap for minimum wage recovery remains slow, potentially extending until 2050 or beyond.