Pay Audit & Market Comparison

Why is a pay audit critical today?

The EU Pay Transparency Directive (2023/970) brings significant changes for all Estonian employers. From 2026, pay data analysis and reporting become mandatory, with the focus shifting from mere numbers to demonstrating "work of equal value".

What does this calculator give you?

1. Real-time market comparison: We use the latest data from the Estonian Statistical Office (stat.ee) to compare your company's salaries with the sector median. This helps you understand whether you are a competitive employer for talent.

2. Quick pay equity audit: We distinguish between the unadjusted and adjusted pay gap. Our model helps you assess whether pay differences are justifiable by objective factors or whether there is a risk of discrimination.

3. Market positioning: The salary position indicator shows where your employees sit within the market pay range. This is essential input for reviewing compensation and benefits packages.

4. Regulatory readiness: The directive stipulates that if the unexplained pay gap exceeds 5%, the company must implement measures to eliminate it. Our tool enables you to proactively assess this risk.

The calculator is based on EU Directive 2023/970, real-time data from the Estonian Statistical Office (stat.ee) and the internationally recognised Point-Factor method (ILO). The detailed methodology is described in the calculator's "Calculation methodology" button.

PEOPS helps companies build data-driven and fair compensation systems that meet the new standards and support the employer brand.