How much does a cook make in Zambia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ZK 2,022 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $927
- Compared with the median pay in Zambia
- 0.8 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where Zambia 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 |
| 128. Egypt estimate | $974 |
| 129. Zambia estimate | $927 |
| 130. Guinea-Bissau estimate | $884 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $323 |
Similar jobs
Service and sales workers
- Flight attendantZK 29,120
- Rail conductorZK 27,330
- GuideZK 25,630
- WaiterZK 22,010
- BartenderZK 23,050
- HairdresserZK 22,690
- BeauticianZK 22,730
- Household managerZK 26,260
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make a month in Zambia?
The median gross salary is ZK 2,022 a month, ZK 24,260 a year.
How much does a cook make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ZK 21,500 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ZK 27,330.
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 Zambia or in United States?
In United States: $38,970 a year against $927 in Zambia, 42.0 times more.
Who makes more, a cook or a flight attendant?
A flight attendant: ZK 29,120 a year against ZK 24,260 for a cook, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate