How much does a metal worker make in South Korea?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₩3,084,100 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $28,660
- Compared with the median pay in South Korea
- 0.9 times
- Data from
- 2022
Where South Korea 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 | $78,460 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $76,640 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $71,720 |
| 18. Israel estimate | $29,310 |
| 19. South Korea estimate | $28,660 |
| 20. Italy estimate | $28,090 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $138 |
Similar jobs
Craft and related trades workers
- Blacksmith₩36,340,800
- Cnc operator₩38,381,300
- Grinder₩35,314,900
- Metal molder₩35,706,200
- Welder₩37,724,800
- Metalworker₩38,743,100
- Steel erector₩40,166,200
- Rigger₩42,488,900
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker make a month in South Korea?
The median gross salary is ₩3,084,100 a month, ₩37,009,600 a year.
How much does a metal worker make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₩31,956,600 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₩43,151,900.
Which country pays a metal worker the most?
United States, with a median of $62,200 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a metal worker make more in South Korea or in United States?
In United States: $62,200 a year against $28,660 in South Korea, 2.2 times more.
Who makes more, a metal worker or a cnc operator?
A cnc operator: ₩38,381,300 a year against ₩37,009,600 for a metal worker, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2022. How we calculate