How much does a forklift operator make in Sri Lanka?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is Rs 40,550 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $1,611
- Compared with the median pay in Sri Lanka
- 1.0 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where Sri Lanka 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 |
| 115. Ukraine estimate | $1,628 |
| 116. Sri Lanka estimate | $1,611 |
| 117. Nepal estimate | $1,597 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $376 |
Similar jobs
Plant and machine operators and assemblers
- Farm equipment operatorRs 509,300
- Earthmoving and related plant operatorsRs 578,900
- Crane operatorsRs 619,600
- Train driverRs 733,800
- SignalmanRs 640,500
- Motorcyle courierRs 464,700
- Taxi driverRs 443,500
- Bus driverRs 530,600
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forklift operator make a month in Sri Lanka?
The median gross salary is Rs 40,550 a month, Rs 486,600 a year.
How much does a forklift operator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around Rs 443,600 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than Rs 548,100.
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 Sri Lanka or in United States?
In United States: $46,420 a year against $1,611 in Sri Lanka, 28.8 times more.
Who makes more, a forklift operator or a farm equipment operator?
A farm equipment operator: Rs 509,300 a year against Rs 486,600 for a forklift operator, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate