How much does a roofer make in Costa Rica?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₡344,300 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $8,205
- Compared with the median pay in Costa Rica
- 0.8 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Costa Rica 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. Iceland estimate | $63,720 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $62,240 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $58,240 |
| 42. Qatar estimate | $9,348 |
| 43. Costa Rica estimate | $8,205 |
| 44. Palau estimate | $7,206 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $112 |
Similar jobs
Craft and related trades workers
- Tile installer₡4,902,700
- Plasterer₡4,905,800
- Insulator₡5,175,400
- Glazier₡4,965,500
- Plumber₡5,488,100
- Hvac mechanic₡5,626,800
Frequently asked questions
How much does a roofer make a month in Costa Rica?
The median gross salary is ₡344,300 a month, ₡4,131,200 a year.
How much does a roofer make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₡3,531,700 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₡4,824,800.
Which country pays a roofer the most?
United States, with a median of $55,440 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a roofer make more in Costa Rica or in United States?
In United States: $55,440 a year against $8,205 in Costa Rica, 6.8 times more.
Who makes more, a roofer or a tile installer?
A tile installer: ₡4,902,700 a year against ₡4,131,200 for a roofer, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate