How much does a waste collector make in South Korea?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₩2,181,000 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $20,270
- 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 | $64,550 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $64,250 |
| 3. United States | $49,690 |
| 19. Slovenia estimate | $21,180 |
| 20. South Korea estimate | $20,270 |
| 21. Greece estimate | $18,440 |
| 143. Kenya estimate | $126 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- Sorter₩26,242,500
- 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 waste collector make a month in South Korea?
The median gross salary is ₩2,181,000 a month, ₩26,172,500 a year.
How much does a waste collector make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₩22,378,000 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₩31,005,200.
Which country pays a waste collector the most?
United States, with a median of $49,690 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a waste collector make more in South Korea or in United States?
In United States: $49,690 a year against $20,270 in South Korea, 2.5 times more.
Who makes more, a waste collector or a courier?
A waste collector: ₩26,172,500 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