How much does a dental hygienist make in Malawi?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is MWK 10,400 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $343
- Compared with the median pay in Malawi
- 1.0 times
- Data from
- 2013
Where Malawi ranks among 143 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 | $78,950 |
| 2. United States | $74,820 |
| 3. Iceland estimate | $64,150 |
| 142. Nigeria estimate | $571 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $343 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Health records clerkMWK 137,500
- Community health workerMWK 140,700
- OpticianMWK 120,700
- Therapy assistantMWK 107,900
- Medical assistantMWK 113,700
- Quality inspectorMWK 155,300
- ParamedicMWK 158,700
- Health screenerMWK 128,800
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental hygienist make a month in Malawi?
The median gross salary is MWK 10,400 a month, MWK 124,800 a year.
How much does a dental hygienist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around MWK 112,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than MWK 138,100.
Which country pays a dental hygienist the most?
United States, with a median of $74,820 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a dental hygienist make more in Malawi or in United States?
In United States: $74,820 a year against $343 in Malawi, 218.4 times more.
Who makes more, a dental hygienist or a health records clerk?
A health records clerk: MWK 137,500 a year against MWK 124,800 for a dental hygienist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2013. How we calculate