How much does a metal furnace operator make in Guatemala?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is Q 5,230 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $8,172
- Compared with the median pay in Guatemala
- 1.6 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Guatemala ranks among 142 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. Switzerland estimate | $98,170 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $79,770 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $76,390 |
| 62. Malaysia estimate | $8,395 |
| 63. Guatemala estimate | $8,172 |
| 64. Guyana estimate | $7,961 |
| 142. Malawi estimate | $426 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Power plant operatorQ 70,110
- Water plant operatorQ 60,240
- Chemical operatorQ 68,110
- Process operatorQ 77,200
- Pulp control workerQ 54,020
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal furnace operator make a month in Guatemala?
The median gross salary is Q 5,230 a month, Q 62,760 a year.
How much does a metal furnace operator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around Q 55,040 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than Q 71,150.
Which country pays a metal furnace operator the most?
Canada, with a median of $65,800 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a metal furnace operator make more in Guatemala or in United States?
In United States: $54,430 a year against $8,172 in Guatemala, 6.7 times more.
Who makes more, a metal furnace operator or a power plant operator?
A power plant operator: Q 70,110 a year against Q 62,760 for a metal furnace operator, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate