How much does an athlete make in Panama?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is PAB 882 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $10,590
- Compared with the median pay in Panama
- 1.3 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Panama 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 |
| 52. Montenegro estimate | $10,880 |
| 53. Panama estimate | $10,590 |
| 54. Chile estimate | $9,948 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $400 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Sport coachPAB 7,664
- Riding instructorPAB 7,871
- Legal aidePAB 10,360
- Social care workerPAB 9,570
- Religious workerPAB 9,106
- PhotographerPAB 9,063
- Set designerPAB 9,223
- Museum technicianPAB 9,175
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athlete make a month in Panama?
The median gross salary is PAB 882 a month, PAB 10,590 a year.
How much does an athlete make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around PAB 7,318 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than PAB 27,750.
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 Panama or in United States?
In United States: $66,710 a year against $10,590 in Panama, 6.3 times more.
Who makes more, an athlete or a sport coach?
An athlete: PAB 10,590 a year against PAB 7,664 for a sport coach, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate