How much does an athlete make in Zambia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ZK 6,924 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $3,176
- Compared with the median pay in Zambia
- 2.8 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where Zambia 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 |
| 98. Tunisia estimate | $3,407 |
| 99. Zambia estimate | $3,176 |
| 100. Yemen estimate | $3,162 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $400 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Sport coachZK 60,150
- Riding instructorZK 61,780
- Legal aideZK 81,320
- Social care workerZK 75,120
- Religious workerZK 71,470
- PhotographerZK 71,130
- Set designerZK 72,390
- Museum technicianZK 72,010
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athlete make a month in Zambia?
The median gross salary is ZK 6,924 a month, ZK 83,090 a year.
How much does an athlete make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ZK 57,440 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ZK 217,800.
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 Zambia or in United States?
In United States: $66,710 a year against $3,176 in Zambia, 21.0 times more.
Who makes more, an athlete or a sport coach?
An athlete: ZK 83,090 a year against ZK 60,150 for a sport coach, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate