How much does a performer make in South Korea?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₩2,464,400 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $22,900
- Compared with the median pay in South Korea
- 0.7 times
- Data from
- 2022
Where South Korea 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 |
| 23. United Arab Emirates estimate | $23,760 |
| 24. South Korea estimate | $22,900 |
| 25. Cyprus estimate | $22,830 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $254 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Artist₩41,347,400
- Musician₩37,360,800
- Ballet dancer₩36,938,300
- Art director₩44,499,600
- Actor₩31,517,100
- Announcer₩41,411,400
Frequently asked questions
How much does a performer make a month in South Korea?
The median gross salary is ₩2,464,400 a month, ₩29,573,100 a year.
How much does a performer make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₩16,265,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₩50,274,200.
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 South Korea or in United States?
In United States: $41,020 a year against $22,900 in South Korea, 1.8 times more.
Who makes more, a performer or an artist?
An artist: ₩41,347,400 a year against ₩29,573,100 for a performer, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2022. How we calculate