How much does an athlete make in Sri Lanka?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is Rs 52,440 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $2,083
- Compared with the median pay in Sri Lanka
- 1.3 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where Sri Lanka 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 |
| 115. Comoros estimate | $2,121 |
| 116. Sri Lanka estimate | $2,083 |
| 117. Bangladesh estimate | $2,074 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $400 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Sport coachRs 455,600
- Riding instructorRs 467,900
- Legal aideRs 615,900
- Social care workerRs 568,900
- Religious workerRs 541,300
- PhotographerRs 538,700
- Set designerRs 548,200
- Museum technicianRs 545,400
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athlete make a month in Sri Lanka?
The median gross salary is Rs 52,440 a month, Rs 629,300 a year.
How much does an athlete make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around Rs 435,000 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than Rs 1,649,700.
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 Sri Lanka or in United States?
In United States: $66,710 a year against $2,083 in Sri Lanka, 32.0 times more.
Who makes more, an athlete or a sport coach?
An athlete: Rs 629,300 a year against Rs 455,600 for a sport coach, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate