How much does a deep-sea fisherman make in India?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₹10,380 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $1,430
- Compared with the median pay in India
- 0.7 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where India ranks among 141 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 | $71,520 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $71,270 |
| 3. Denmark estimate | $65,280 |
| 107. Nepal estimate | $1,451 |
| 108. India estimate | $1,430 |
| 109. Ukraine estimate | $1,387 |
| 141. Kenya estimate | $73 |
Similar jobs
Skilled agricultural, forestry and fishery workers
- Aquaculture support worker₹131,400
- Fisheries boatman₹124,600
- Hunter₹125,700
- Forest ranger₹125,900
Frequently asked questions
How much does a deep-sea fisherman make a month in India?
The median gross salary is ₹10,380 a month, ₹124,600 a year.
How much does a deep-sea fisherman make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₹105,400 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₹148,400.
Which country pays a deep-sea fisherman the most?
United States, with a median of $59,320 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a deep-sea fisherman make more in India or in United States?
In United States: $59,320 a year against $1,430 in India, 41.5 times more.
Who makes more, a deep-sea fisherman or an aquaculture support worker?
An aquaculture support worker: ₹131,400 a year against ₹124,600 for a deep-sea fisherman, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate