How much does a forklift operator make in Peru?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is PEN 1,669 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $5,615
- Compared with the median pay in Peru
- 1.1 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Peru 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 |
| 67. Mauritius estimate | $5,653 |
| 68. Peru estimate | $5,615 |
| 69. Honduras estimate | $5,476 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $376 |
Similar jobs
Plant and machine operators and assemblers
- Farm equipment operatorPEN 20,970
- Earthmoving and related plant operatorsPEN 23,830
- Crane operatorsPEN 25,500
- Train driverPEN 30,210
- SignalmanPEN 26,360
- Motorcyle courierPEN 19,130
- Taxi driverPEN 18,260
- Bus driverPEN 21,840
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forklift operator make a month in Peru?
The median gross salary is PEN 1,669 a month, PEN 20,030 a year.
How much does a forklift operator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around PEN 18,260 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than PEN 22,560.
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 Peru or in United States?
In United States: $46,420 a year against $5,615 in Peru, 8.3 times more.
Who makes more, a forklift operator or a farm equipment operator?
A farm equipment operator: PEN 20,970 a year against PEN 20,030 for a forklift operator, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate