France monthly hourly labour cost: non-wage, electricity & gas
France monthly hourly labour cost: non-wage, electricity & gas stood at 98.5 in Jun 2026, according to INSEE – Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques (BDM). It is one of the indicators in the Minimum wage and hourly labour cost table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Dec 2008 to Jun 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Minimum wage and hourly labour cost table
| Indicator | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | 10-2025 | 09-2025 | |
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| Monthly hourly labour cost | |||||||||||
| Labour costs other than wages and salaries - Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply (NAF rev. 2, item D) | 98.5 | 98.5 | 98.5 | 98.5 | 98.5 | 98.5 | 98.5 | 98.5 | 98.5 | 98.3 | |
| Labour costs other than wages and salaries - Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities (NAF rev. 2, item E) | 97.1 | 97.1 | 97.1 | 97.2 | 97.2 | 97.2 | 97.2 | 97.2 | 97.2 | 97.1 |
Understanding france monthly hourly labour cost: non-wage, electricity & gas
Non-wage hourly employer outlays for utilities encompassing electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply measure the auxiliary fiscal burdens associated with energy infrastructure operations. The index aggregates mandatory social contributions, statutory employee benefit provisions, and specialized industry training taxes divided by hours worked. Compared to consumer services or light manufacturing, this series reflects continuous-shift operating structures and specific high-skill utility sector welfare funds. Direct employee remuneration, shift allowances paid directly as wages, and retirement payouts are excluded.
When evaluating this series, analysts should note that utility employment is stable, resulting in minimal seasonal disruption compared to construction or agriculture, though annual bonus reconciliations can still cause minor month-end ripples. Revisions to early estimates reflect the incorporation of delayed administrative filings from large energy providers. Twelve-month comparisons remain the standard for tracking cost progression without interference from annual administrative resets. Direct parallels with other industrial sectors should be drawn with care due to differing collective agreements and state-backed utility frameworks.
Frequently asked questions
- What specific industries fall under this utility supply cost index?
- Entities engaged in electricity generation and distribution, gas manufacturing and distribution, steam supply, and air conditioning operations.
- Do seasonal hiring cycles affect utility auxiliary labor costs?
- Employment in utilities is generally stable year-round, meaning seasonal labor fluctuations are much lower than in construction or hospitality.
- Are direct shift premiums included in this utility non-wage index?
- No, direct shift allowances paid as part of wages are excluded; only the employer-paid taxes and contributions tied to those shifts are counted.