How much does an athlete make in Peru?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is PEN 1,960 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $6,595
- Compared with the median pay in Peru
- 1.3 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Peru 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 |
| 72. Jordan estimate | $6,627 |
| 73. Peru estimate | $6,595 |
| 74. Djibouti estimate | $6,546 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $400 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Sport coachPEN 17,030
- Riding instructorPEN 17,490
- Legal aidePEN 23,020
- Social care workerPEN 21,270
- Religious workerPEN 20,230
- PhotographerPEN 20,140
- Set designerPEN 20,490
- Museum technicianPEN 20,390
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athlete make a month in Peru?
The median gross salary is PEN 1,960 a month, PEN 23,530 a year.
How much does an athlete make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around PEN 16,260 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than PEN 61,670.
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 Peru or in United States?
In United States: $66,710 a year against $6,595 in Peru, 10.1 times more.
Who makes more, an athlete or a sport coach?
An athlete: PEN 23,530 a year against PEN 17,030 for a sport coach, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate