Avito Podrabotka and PEK analyzed the labor market for pensioners in January–August 2026. The food industry saw the highest growth in job offers for this demographic, increasing by 55% compared to the same period in 2025, with an average shift pay of 7 176 ₽. Personal services followed with a 33% increase and 8 565 ₽ per shift, while retail and wholesale trade grew by 22% with 3 488 ₽ per shift.
Regional data shows the Zabaykalsky Krai led with a 33% increase in offers for pensioners, offering 6 000 ₽ per shift. The Kurgan region saw a 22% rise at 6 029 ₽ per shift, and the Kostroma region recorded a 19% increase at 5 830 ₽ per shift. Nationally, the average shift pay for pensioners reached 6 058 ₽, marking a 12% year-on-year increase.
By job role, demand for loaders rose by 129% (4 489 ₽ per shift), followed by merchandisers at 103% (3 516 ₽ per shift) and furniture assemblers at 84% (5 000 ₽ per shift). Sales consultants and packers saw increases of 75% and 70% respectively. For workers over 45, the hospitality and tourism sector experienced the highest growth in job offers at 87%.
In the logistics sector, the average age of long-haul truck drivers reached 55 years in the first half of 2026. Companies are increasingly offering flexible schedules, shift work, and performance bonuses to attract and retain older employees. Logistics providers are also compensating for loading tasks and downtime to improve working conditions for experienced staff.
