How much does an athlete make in Eswatini?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is SZL 2,982 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $2,000
- Compared with the median pay in Eswatini
- 0.7 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Eswatini ranks among 143 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $92,160 |
| 2. Germany | $87,270 |
| 3. Iceland estimate | $74,880 |
| 117. Bangladesh estimate | $2,074 |
| 118. Eswatini estimate | $2,000 |
| 119. Armenia estimate | $1,949 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $400 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Sport coachSZL 25,900
- Riding instructorSZL 26,600
- Legal aideSZL 35,010
- Social care workerSZL 32,340
- Religious workerSZL 30,770
- PhotographerSZL 30,630
- Set designerSZL 31,170
- Museum technicianSZL 31,010
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athlete make a month in Eswatini?
The median gross salary is SZL 2,982 a month, SZL 35,780 a year.
How much does an athlete make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around SZL 24,730 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than SZL 93,790.
Which country pays an athlete the most?
Germany, with a median of $87,270 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an athlete make more in Eswatini or in United States?
In United States: $66,710 a year against $2,000 in Eswatini, 33.4 times more.
Who makes more, an athlete or a sport coach?
An athlete: SZL 35,780 a year against SZL 25,900 for a sport coach, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate