How much does a builder make in South Korea?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₩3,267,500 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $30,360
- Compared with the median pay in South Korea
- 0.9 times
- Data from
- 2022
Where South Korea ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. United States | $115,000 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $83,120 |
| 3. Belgium estimate | $81,200 |
| 18. Spain estimate | $30,990 |
| 19. South Korea estimate | $30,360 |
| 20. Italy estimate | $29,760 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $146 |
Similar jobs
Craft and related trades workers
- Bricklayer₩38,776,500
- Stonemason₩37,929,600
- Concrete finisher₩39,623,000
- Carpenter₩37,244,100
- Tent builder₩38,045,200
Frequently asked questions
How much does a builder make a month in South Korea?
The median gross salary is ₩3,267,500 a month, ₩39,210,300 a year.
How much does a builder make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₩32,092,600 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₩47,876,800.
Which country pays a builder the most?
United States, with a median of $115,000 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a builder make more in South Korea or in United States?
In United States: $115,000 a year against $30,360 in South Korea, 3.8 times more.
Who makes more, a builder or a stonemason?
A builder: ₩39,210,300 a year against ₩37,929,600 for a stonemason, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2022. How we calculate