How much does a cook make in Malaysia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is RM 1,505 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $4,296
- 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 | $59,340 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $59,110 |
| 3. Belgium estimate | $53,390 |
| 72. Albania estimate | $4,316 |
| 73. Malaysia estimate | $4,296 |
| 74. Thailand estimate | $4,025 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $323 |
Similar jobs
Service and sales workers
- Flight attendantRM 21,670
- Rail conductorRM 20,340
- GuideRM 19,070
- WaiterRM 16,380
- BartenderRM 17,150
- HairdresserRM 16,890
- BeauticianRM 16,910
- Household managerRM 19,540
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make a month in Malaysia?
The median gross salary is RM 1,505 a month, RM 18,060 a year.
How much does a cook make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around RM 16,000 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than RM 20,330.
Which country pays a cook the most?
Germany, with a median of $40,180 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a cook make more in Malaysia or in United States?
In United States: $38,970 a year against $4,296 in Malaysia, 9.1 times more.
Who makes more, a cook or a flight attendant?
A flight attendant: RM 21,670 a year against RM 18,060 for a cook, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate