How much does a geologist make in Peru?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is PEN 3,406 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $11,460
- Compared with the median pay in Peru
- 2.2 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Peru ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $120,300 |
| 2. United States | $100,900 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $98,760 |
| 62. Honduras estimate | $11,480 |
| 63. Peru estimate | $11,460 |
| 64. Brazil estimate | $11,430 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $432 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- AstrophysicistPEN 43,830
- MeteorologistPEN 40,390
- ChemistPEN 36,870
- ActuaryPEN 39,730
- ZoologistPEN 37,740
- Forestry advisorPEN 36,540
- Environmental protection professionalsPEN 34,660
- Industrial engineerPEN 40,890
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geologist make a month in Peru?
The median gross salary is PEN 3,406 a month, PEN 40,870 a year.
How much does a geologist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around PEN 33,270 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than PEN 52,750.
Which country pays a geologist the most?
United States, with a median of $100,900 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a geologist make more in Peru or in United States?
In United States: $100,900 a year against $11,460 in Peru, 8.8 times more.
Who makes more, a geologist or an astrophysicist?
An astrophysicist: PEN 43,830 a year against PEN 40,870 for a geologist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate