How much does a forklift operator make in Ghana?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is GH₵1,855 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $1,772
- Compared with the median pay in Ghana
- 1.1 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Ghana 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. Iceland estimate | $67,770 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $65,440 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $64,770 |
| 109. Niger estimate | $1,784 |
| 110. Ghana estimate | $1,772 |
| 111. Jamaica estimate | $1,738 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $376 |
Similar jobs
Plant and machine operators and assemblers
- Farm equipment operatorGH₵23,290
- Earthmoving and related plant operatorsGH₵26,480
- Crane operatorsGH₵28,340
- Train driverGH₵33,560
- SignalmanGH₵29,290
- Motorcyle courierGH₵21,250
- Taxi driverGH₵20,290
- Bus driverGH₵24,270
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forklift operator make a month in Ghana?
The median gross salary is GH₵1,855 a month, GH₵22,260 a year.
How much does a forklift operator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around GH₵20,290 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than GH₵25,070.
Which country pays a forklift operator the most?
Australia, with a median of $46,810 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a forklift operator make more in Ghana or in United States?
In United States: $46,420 a year against $1,772 in Ghana, 26.2 times more.
Who makes more, a forklift operator or a farm equipment operator?
A farm equipment operator: GH₵23,290 a year against GH₵22,260 for a forklift operator, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate