How much does an athlete make in Saudi Arabia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is SAR 6,836 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $21,880
- Compared with the median pay in Saudi Arabia
- 1.2 times
- Data from
- 2022
Where Saudi Arabia 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 |
| 32. Estonia estimate | $22,050 |
| 33. Saudi Arabia estimate | $21,880 |
| 34. Czechia estimate | $20,870 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $400 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Sport coachSAR 59,390
- Riding instructorSAR 61,000
- Legal aideSAR 80,280
- Social care workerSAR 74,160
- Religious workerSAR 70,560
- PhotographerSAR 70,230
- Set designerSAR 71,470
- Museum technicianSAR 71,100
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athlete make a month in Saudi Arabia?
The median gross salary is SAR 6,836 a month, SAR 82,040 a year.
How much does an athlete make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around SAR 56,710 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than SAR 215,100.
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 Saudi Arabia or in United States?
In United States: $66,710 a year against $21,880 in Saudi Arabia, 3.0 times more.
Who makes more, an athlete or a sport coach?
An athlete: SAR 82,040 a year against SAR 59,390 for a sport coach, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2022. How we calculate