How much does a registered nurse make in South Korea?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₩3,862,000 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $35,890
- Compared with the median pay in South Korea
- 1.1 times
- Data from
- 2022
Where South Korea ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $110,700 |
| 2. United States | $102,500 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $90,870 |
| 24. United Arab Emirates estimate | $37,240 |
| 25. South Korea estimate | $35,890 |
| 26. Cyprus estimate | $35,780 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $397 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Midwife₩45,913,600
- Doctor₩63,682,600
- Specialist doctor₩76,727,000
- Traditional therapist₩35,012,100
- Paramedical practitioners₩49,867,700
- Veterinarian₩47,302,500
- Dentist₩53,249,100
- Pharmacist₩48,516,400
Frequently asked questions
How much does a registered nurse make a month in South Korea?
The median gross salary is ₩3,862,000 a month, ₩46,344,200 a year.
How much does a registered nurse make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₩40,449,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₩53,020,100.
Which country pays a registered nurse the most?
United States, with a median of $102,500 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a registered nurse make more in South Korea or in United States?
In United States: $102,500 a year against $35,890 in South Korea, 2.9 times more.
Who makes more, a registered nurse or a doctor?
A doctor: ₩63,682,600 a year against ₩46,344,200 for a registered nurse, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2022. How we calculate