How much does a water plant operator make in Guatemala?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is Q 5,020 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $7,844
- Compared with the median pay in Guatemala
- 1.5 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Guatemala ranks among 142 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 | $94,230 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $76,560 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $73,320 |
| 62. Malaysia estimate | $8,057 |
| 63. Guatemala estimate | $7,844 |
| 64. Guyana estimate | $7,641 |
| 142. Malawi estimate | $409 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Power plant operatorQ 70,110
- Chemical operatorQ 68,110
- Process operatorQ 77,200
- Metal furnace operatorQ 62,760
- Pulp control workerQ 54,020
Frequently asked questions
How much does a water plant operator make a month in Guatemala?
The median gross salary is Q 5,020 a month, Q 60,240 a year.
How much does a water plant operator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around Q 50,360 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than Q 70,450.
Which country pays a water plant operator the most?
United States, with a median of $68,970 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a water plant operator make more in Guatemala or in United States?
In United States: $68,970 a year against $7,844 in Guatemala, 8.8 times more.
Who makes more, a water plant operator or a power plant operator?
A power plant operator: Q 70,110 a year against Q 60,240 for a water plant operator, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate