How much does a forklift operator make in South Korea?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₩2,989,700 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $27,780
- Compared with the median pay in South Korea
- 0.9 times
- Data from
- 2022
Where South Korea 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 |
| 17. Italy estimate | $27,780 |
| 18. South Korea estimate | $27,780 |
| 19. France estimate | $27,480 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $376 |
Similar jobs
Plant and machine operators and assemblers
- Farm equipment operator₩37,551,900
- Earthmoving and related plant operators₩42,679,000
- Crane operators₩45,681,600
- Train driver₩54,104,400
- Signalman₩47,222,100
- Motorcyle courier₩34,260,300
- Taxi driver₩32,702,800
- Bus driver₩39,124,000
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forklift operator make a month in South Korea?
The median gross salary is ₩2,989,700 a month, ₩35,876,900 a year.
How much does a forklift operator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₩32,708,500 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₩40,414,800.
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 South Korea or in United States?
In United States: $46,420 a year against $27,780 in South Korea, 1.7 times more.
Who makes more, a forklift operator or a farm equipment operator?
A farm equipment operator: ₩37,551,900 a year against ₩35,876,900 for a forklift operator, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2022. How we calculate