How much does a sorter make in South Korea?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₩2,186,900 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $20,320
- Compared with the median pay in South Korea
- 0.6 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 | $64,730 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $64,420 |
| 3. Germany | $50,100 |
| 19. Slovenia estimate | $21,230 |
| 20. South Korea estimate | $20,320 |
| 21. Greece estimate | $18,490 |
| 143. Kenya estimate | $127 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- Waste collector₩26,172,500
- Street sweeper₩25,735,200
- Courier₩24,176,200
- Odd job persons₩25,824,700
- Meter reader₩24,902,200
- Water and firewood collectors₩24,504,500
- Gym worker₩23,432,900
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sorter make a month in South Korea?
The median gross salary is ₩2,186,900 a month, ₩26,242,500 a year.
How much does a sorter make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₩22,437,800 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₩31,088,100.
Which country pays a sorter the most?
Germany, with a median of $50,100 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a sorter make more in South Korea or in United States?
In United States: $49,690 a year against $20,320 in South Korea, 2.4 times more.
Who makes more, a sorter or a courier?
A sorter: ₩26,242,500 a year against ₩24,176,200 for a courier, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2022. How we calculate