How much does a metalworker make in South Korea?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₩3,228,600 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $30,000
- 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 | $82,130 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $80,230 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $75,080 |
| 18. Spain estimate | $30,310 |
| 19. South Korea estimate | $30,000 |
| 20. Italy estimate | $29,410 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $145 |
Similar jobs
Craft and related trades workers
- Metal molder₩35,706,200
- Welder₩37,724,800
- Steel erector₩40,166,200
- Rigger₩42,488,900
- Blacksmith₩36,340,800
- Metal worker₩37,009,600
- Cnc operator₩38,381,300
- Grinder₩35,314,900
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metalworker make a month in South Korea?
The median gross salary is ₩3,228,600 a month, ₩38,743,100 a year.
How much does a metalworker make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₩32,173,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₩47,671,500.
Which country pays a metalworker the most?
United States, with a median of $62,970 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a metalworker make more in South Korea or in United States?
In United States: $62,970 a year against $30,000 in South Korea, 2.1 times more.
Who makes more, a metalworker or a metal molder?
A metalworker: ₩38,743,100 a year against ₩35,706,200 for a metal molder, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2022. How we calculate