How much does a construction worker make in Jamaica?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is JMD 18,450 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $1,995
- Compared with the median pay in Jamaica
- 1.1 times
- Data from
- 2014
Where Jamaica 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. Switzerland estimate | $66,190 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $65,880 |
| 3. Australia | $56,950 |
| 98. South Africa estimate | $2,007 |
| 99. Jamaica estimate | $1,995 |
| 100. Cape Verde estimate | $1,988 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $130 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- Mining assistantJMD 256,400
- Civils workerJMD 254,300
- Picker and packerJMD 184,800
- Factory labourerJMD 210,000
- Hand and pedal vehicle driversJMD 196,600
- Fiacre driverJMD 183,100
- Warehouse workerJMD 216,700
- Shelf stackerJMD 175,100
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction worker make a month in Jamaica?
The median gross salary is JMD 18,450 a month, JMD 221,400 a year.
How much does a construction worker make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around JMD 197,000 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than JMD 268,600.
Which country pays a construction worker the most?
Australia, with a median of $56,950 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a construction worker make more in Jamaica or in United States?
In United States: $46,580 a year against $1,995 in Jamaica, 23.3 times more.
Who makes more, a construction worker or a mining assistant?
A mining assistant: JMD 256,400 a year against JMD 221,400 for a construction worker, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2014. How we calculate