How much does a construction worker make in Peru?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is PEN 1,322 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $4,446
- Compared with the median pay in Peru
- 0.9 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Peru 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 |
| 70. Mongolia estimate | $4,473 |
| 71. Peru estimate | $4,446 |
| 72. Russia estimate | $4,372 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $130 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- Mining assistantPEN 18,370
- Civils workerPEN 18,220
- Picker and packerPEN 13,240
- Factory labourerPEN 15,050
- Hand and pedal vehicle driversPEN 14,090
- Fiacre driverPEN 13,120
- Warehouse workerPEN 15,520
- Shelf stackerPEN 12,550
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction worker make a month in Peru?
The median gross salary is PEN 1,322 a month, PEN 15,860 a year.
How much does a construction worker make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around PEN 14,120 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than PEN 19,240.
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 Peru or in United States?
In United States: $46,580 a year against $4,446 in Peru, 10.5 times more.
Who makes more, a construction worker or a mining assistant?
A mining assistant: PEN 18,370 a year against PEN 15,860 for a construction worker, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate