The topic of this thesis is the analysis of the salary concept in Croatian labor legislation, with an emphasis on the general rules set by the legislator for regulating fundamental rights and obligations regarding salaries. The structure of the salary is presented by defining the concept of basic salary and salary supplements. Within the determination of salary supplements, cases in which workers are entitled to increased salaries are shown, as well as how workers' salaries are protected in case of forced salary restraint. Additionally, the legislatively prescribed amount of minimum salary that employers must pay to workers is stated, thus setting the basic standard for worker payment. Furthermore, the main difference between gross and net salaries is explained with special emphasis on amendments to the Labor Law, which stimulate that salaries must be agreed upon or determined in gross amount. Differences in salary contributions and methods of determining salaries in Croatian labor law are analyzed. Subsequently, innovations in state and public services regarding the regulation of salaries for civil servants and employees in public services are presented. As an essential aspect for understanding the concept of salaries, the distinction between salary and salary compensation is explained, along with situations when workers are entitled to salary compensation. Finally, the employer's duty to calculate and pay salary, as well as the workers' options when the employer fails to pay salary, are outlined.