How much does an insulator make in Costa Rica?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₡431,300 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $10,280
- Compared with the median pay in Costa Rica
- 1.0 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Costa Rica ranks among 144 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 | $79,820 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $77,970 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $72,970 |
| 42. Qatar estimate | $11,710 |
| 43. Costa Rica estimate | $10,280 |
| 44. Palau estimate | $9,027 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $141 |
Similar jobs
Craft and related trades workers
- Roofer₡4,131,200
- Tile installer₡4,902,700
- Plasterer₡4,905,800
- Glazier₡4,965,500
- Plumber₡5,488,100
- Hvac mechanic₡5,626,800
Frequently asked questions
How much does an insulator make a month in Costa Rica?
The median gross salary is ₡431,300 a month, ₡5,175,400 a year.
How much does an insulator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₡4,596,400 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₡6,312,600.
Which country pays an insulator the most?
Canada, with a median of $55,610 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an insulator make more in Costa Rica or in United States?
In United States: $52,500 a year against $10,280 in Costa Rica, 5.1 times more.
Who makes more, an insulator or a roofer?
An insulator: ₡5,175,400 a year against ₡4,131,200 for a roofer, 1.3 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate