How much does a construction worker make in Malawi?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is MWK 8,811 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $290
- Compared with the median pay in Malawi
- 0.9 times
- Data from
- 2013
Where Malawi 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 |
| 140. Uganda estimate | $399 |
| 141. Malawi estimate | $290 |
| 142. Rwanda estimate | $261 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $130 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- Mining assistantMWK 122,500
- Civils workerMWK 121,500
- Picker and packerMWK 88,250
- Factory labourerMWK 100,300
- Hand and pedal vehicle driversMWK 93,930
- Fiacre driverMWK 87,470
- Warehouse workerMWK 103,500
- Shelf stackerMWK 83,630
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction worker make a month in Malawi?
The median gross salary is MWK 8,811 a month, MWK 105,700 a year.
How much does a construction worker make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around MWK 94,110 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than MWK 128,300.
Which country pays a construction worker the most?
Switzerland, with a median of $66,190 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a construction worker make more in Malawi or in United States?
In United States: $46,580 a year against $290 in Malawi, 160.6 times more.
Who makes more, a construction worker or a mining assistant?
A mining assistant: MWK 122,500 a year against MWK 105,700 for a construction worker, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2013. How we calculate