How much does a software programmer make in Malaysia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is RM 4,526 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $12,920
- Compared with the median pay in Malaysia
- 1.8 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where Malaysia 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 | $113,500 |
| 2. United States | $100,400 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $93,190 |
| 57. North Macedonia estimate | $13,120 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $12,920 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $12,450 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $407 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Systems analystRM 59,640
- Software developerRM 58,820
- Web developerRM 54,360
- Software testerRM 56,140
- Data administratorRM 55,050
- Systems administratorRM 54,870
- Networks engineerRM 56,970
- Database and network professionals not elsewhere classifiedRM 57,120
Frequently asked questions
How much does a software programmer make a month in Malaysia?
The median gross salary is RM 4,526 a month, RM 54,310 a year.
How much does a software programmer make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around RM 43,520 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than RM 65,510.
Which country pays a software programmer the most?
Switzerland, with a median of $113,500 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a software programmer make more in Malaysia or in United States?
In United States: $100,400 a year against $12,920 in Malaysia, 7.8 times more.
Who makes more, a software programmer or a systems analyst?
A systems analyst: RM 59,640 a year against RM 54,310 for a software programmer, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate