How much does a social worker make in Hong Kong SAR China?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is HK$29,270 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $45,260
- Compared with the median pay in Hong Kong SAR China
- 2.3 times
- Data from
- 2016
Where Hong Kong SAR China 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. Switzerland estimate | $97,310 |
| 2. Luxembourg estimate | $79,880 |
| 3. Iceland estimate | $69,610 |
| 17. Singapore estimate | $45,570 |
| 18. Hong Kong SAR China estimate | $45,260 |
| 19. Sweden estimate | $43,600 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $349 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- EconomistHK$440,300
- AnthropologistHK$354,900
- HistorianHK$371,200
- PsychologistHK$394,600
- Religious professionalsHK$313,300
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make a month in Hong Kong SAR China?
The median gross salary is HK$29,270 a month, HK$351,300 a year.
How much does a social worker make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around HK$302,400 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than HK$425,000.
Which country pays a social worker the most?
Germany, with a median of $66,850 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a social worker make more in Hong Kong SAR China or in United States?
In United States: $61,080 a year against $45,260 in Hong Kong SAR China, 1.3 times more.
Who makes more, a social worker or an economist?
An economist: HK$440,300 a year against HK$351,300 for a social worker, 1.3 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2016. How we calculate