How much does a musician make in Malaysia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is RM 3,558 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $10,160
- Compared with the median pay in Malaysia
- 1.4 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where Malaysia 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. United States | $92,810 |
| 2. Switzerland estimate | $89,240 |
| 3. Germany | $78,620 |
| 57. North Macedonia estimate | $10,310 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $10,160 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $9,786 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $320 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- ArtistRM 47,250
- Ballet dancerRM 42,210
- Art directorRM 50,850
- ActorRM 36,010
- AnnouncerRM 47,320
- PerformerRM 33,790
Frequently asked questions
How much does a musician make a month in Malaysia?
The median gross salary is RM 3,558 a month, RM 42,690 a year.
How much does a musician make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around RM 30,450 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than RM 53,840.
Which country pays a musician the most?
United States, with a median of $92,810 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a musician make more in Malaysia or in United States?
In United States: $92,810 a year against $10,160 in Malaysia, 9.1 times more.
Who makes more, a musician or an artist?
An artist: RM 47,250 a year against RM 42,690 for a musician, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate