How much does a meter reader make in South Korea?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₩2,075,200 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $19,280
- Compared with the median pay in South Korea
- 0.6 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. Switzerland estimate | $61,420 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $61,130 |
| 3. Germany | $57,380 |
| 20. Slovenia estimate | $20,150 |
| 21. South Korea estimate | $19,280 |
| 22. Greece estimate | $17,550 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $120 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- Courier₩24,176,200
- Odd job persons₩25,824,700
- Water and firewood collectors₩24,504,500
- Gym worker₩23,432,900
- Waste collector₩26,172,500
- Sorter₩26,242,500
- Street sweeper₩25,735,200
Frequently asked questions
How much does a meter reader make a month in South Korea?
The median gross salary is ₩2,075,200 a month, ₩24,902,200 a year.
How much does a meter reader make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₩21,864,300 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₩29,778,000.
Which country pays a meter reader the most?
Germany, with a median of $57,380 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a meter reader make more in South Korea or in United States?
In United States: $47,750 a year against $19,280 in South Korea, 2.5 times more.
Who makes more, a meter reader or a gym worker?
A meter reader: ₩24,902,200 a year against ₩23,432,900 for a gym worker, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2022. How we calculate