How much does a construction worker make in Malaysia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is RM 1,617 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $4,615
- Compared with the median pay in Malaysia
- 0.6 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where Malaysia 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 |
| 65. Jordan estimate | $4,653 |
| 66. Malaysia estimate | $4,615 |
| 67. Colombia estimate | $4,565 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $130 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- Mining assistantRM 22,470
- Civils workerRM 22,290
- Picker and packerRM 16,190
- Factory labourerRM 18,410
- Hand and pedal vehicle driversRM 17,240
- Fiacre driverRM 16,050
- Warehouse workerRM 18,990
- Shelf stackerRM 15,350
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction worker make a month in Malaysia?
The median gross salary is RM 1,617 a month, RM 19,400 a year.
How much does a construction worker make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around RM 17,270 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than RM 23,540.
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 Malaysia or in United States?
In United States: $46,580 a year against $4,615 in Malaysia, 10.1 times more.
Who makes more, a construction worker or a mining assistant?
A mining assistant: RM 22,470 a year against RM 19,400 for a construction worker, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate