How much does an athlete make in Hong Kong SAR China?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is HK$16,660 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $25,760
- Compared with the median pay in Hong Kong SAR China
- 1.3 times
- Data from
- 2016
Where Hong Kong SAR China 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 |
| 25. Malta estimate | $26,630 |
| 26. Hong Kong SAR China estimate | $25,760 |
| 27. Portugal estimate | $25,710 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $400 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Sport coachHK$144,800
- Riding instructorHK$148,700
- Legal aideHK$195,700
- Social care workerHK$180,800
- Religious workerHK$172,000
- PhotographerHK$171,200
- Set designerHK$174,200
- Museum technicianHK$173,300
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athlete make a month in Hong Kong SAR China?
The median gross salary is HK$16,660 a month, HK$200,000 a year.
How much does an athlete make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around HK$138,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than HK$524,200.
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 Hong Kong SAR China or in United States?
In United States: $66,710 a year against $25,760 in Hong Kong SAR China, 2.6 times more.
Who makes more, an athlete or a sport coach?
An athlete: HK$200,000 a year against HK$144,800 for a sport coach, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2016. How we calculate