How much does a cnc operator make in Costa Rica?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₡439,600 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $10,480
- Compared with the median pay in Costa Rica
- 1.0 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Costa Rica ranks among 144 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. Iceland estimate | $81,370 |
| 2. Australia | $79,970 |
| 3. Belgium estimate | $79,480 |
| 42. Qatar estimate | $11,940 |
| 43. Costa Rica estimate | $10,480 |
| 44. Palau estimate | $9,202 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $143 |
Similar jobs
Craft and related trades workers
- Blacksmith₡4,995,100
- Metal worker₡5,087,000
- Grinder₡4,854,100
- Metal molder₡4,907,800
- Welder₡5,185,300
- Metalworker₡5,325,300
- Steel erector₡5,520,900
- Rigger₡5,840,100
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cnc operator make a month in Costa Rica?
The median gross salary is ₡439,600 a month, ₡5,275,500 a year.
How much does a cnc operator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₡4,614,800 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₡6,064,800.
Which country pays a cnc operator the most?
Australia, with a median of $79,970 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a cnc operator make more in Costa Rica or in United States?
In United States: $52,600 a year against $10,480 in Costa Rica, 5.0 times more.
Who makes more, a cnc operator or a blacksmith?
A cnc operator: ₡5,275,500 a year against ₡4,995,100 for a blacksmith, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate