How much does a chemical operator make in Guatemala?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is Q 5,676 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $8,869
- Compared with the median pay in Guatemala
- 1.7 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Guatemala ranks among 142 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. Switzerland estimate | $106,500 |
| 2. Australia | $102,700 |
| 3. Iceland estimate | $86,570 |
| 62. Malaysia estimate | $9,110 |
| 63. Guatemala estimate | $8,869 |
| 64. Guyana estimate | $8,640 |
| 142. Malawi estimate | $462 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Power plant operatorQ 70,110
- Water plant operatorQ 60,240
- Process operatorQ 77,200
- Metal furnace operatorQ 62,760
- Pulp control workerQ 54,020
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical operator make a month in Guatemala?
The median gross salary is Q 5,676 a month, Q 68,110 a year.
How much does a chemical operator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around Q 56,240 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than Q 78,650.
Which country pays a chemical operator the most?
Australia, with a median of $102,700 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a chemical operator make more in Guatemala or in United States?
In United States: $78,120 a year against $8,869 in Guatemala, 8.8 times more.
Who makes more, a chemical operator or a water plant operator?
A chemical operator: Q 68,110 a year against Q 60,240 for a water plant operator, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate