How much does a performer make in Costa Rica?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₡690,100 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $16,450
- Compared with the median pay in Costa Rica
- 1.5 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Costa Rica ranks among 143 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 | $70,640 |
| 2. Luxembourg estimate | $57,990 |
| 3. Germany | $51,090 |
| 37. Estonia estimate | $17,180 |
| 38. Costa Rica estimate | $16,450 |
| 39. Latvia estimate | $15,820 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $254 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Artist₡11,578,200
- Musician₡10,461,800
- Ballet dancer₡10,343,500
- Art director₡12,460,800
- Actor₡8,825,500
- Announcer₡11,596,100
Frequently asked questions
How much does a performer make a month in Costa Rica?
The median gross salary is ₡690,100 a month, ₡8,281,100 a year.
How much does a performer make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₡4,554,600 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₡14,077,900.
Which country pays a performer the most?
Germany, with a median of $51,090 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a performer make more in Costa Rica or in United States?
In United States: $41,020 a year against $16,450 in Costa Rica, 2.5 times more.
Who makes more, a performer or an artist?
An artist: ₡11,578,200 a year against ₡8,281,100 for a performer, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate