Minimum Wage Comparison: Jakarta vs West Java Regions

Higher Minimum Wages in Bekasi and Karawang

Three regions in West Java have been found to have higher minimum wages than DKI Jakarta, according to data from the Ministry of Manpower. Kota Bekasi leads with a minimum wage of Rp 5,999,443, followed by Kabupaten Bekasi at Rp 5,937,885, and Kabupaten Karawang at Rp 5,886,853. In contrast, Jakarta's provincial minimum wage is set at Rp 5,729,876, representing a 6.17% increase.

Regional Minimum Wage Variations in Jabodetabek

The data reveals significant variations in minimum wages across different regions in the Jakarta metropolitan area (Jabodetabek). While Kota Bekasi has the highest minimum wage at nearly Rp 6 million, other areas like Kabupaten Bogor (Rp 5,161,769), Kota Bogor (Rp 5,437,203), and Kota Depok (Rp 5,522,662) have lower minimum wages. Similarly, Kota Tangerang is set at Rp 5,399,405 and Kabupaten Tangerang at Rp 5,210,377.

Economic Implications

These regional differences in minimum wage reflect varying economic conditions and costs of living across the Jabodetabek region. The higher minimum wages in Bekasi and Karawang may be attributed to their status as industrial hubs, requiring higher compensation to attract and retain workers. This disparity highlights the need for localized wage policies that reflect regional economic realities.