How much does an athlete make in Jamaica?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is JMD 31,860 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $3,446
- Compared with the median pay in Jamaica
- 1.8 times
- Data from
- 2014
Where Jamaica 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 |
| 96. Georgia estimate | $3,705 |
| 97. Jamaica estimate | $3,446 |
| 98. Tunisia estimate | $3,407 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $400 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Sport coachJMD 276,700
- Riding instructorJMD 284,200
- Legal aideJMD 374,100
- Social care workerJMD 345,600
- Religious workerJMD 328,800
- PhotographerJMD 327,200
- Set designerJMD 333,000
- Museum technicianJMD 331,300
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athlete make a month in Jamaica?
The median gross salary is JMD 31,860 a month, JMD 382,300 a year.
How much does an athlete make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around JMD 264,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than JMD 1,002,200.
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 Jamaica or in United States?
In United States: $66,710 a year against $3,446 in Jamaica, 19.4 times more.
Who makes more, an athlete or a sport coach?
An athlete: JMD 382,300 a year against JMD 276,700 for a sport coach, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2014. How we calculate