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Science and Technical Services Average Salaries in Seoul 2024

How much money does a person working in Science and Technical Services make in Seoul?


Average Monthly Salary
5,690,000 KRW
( 68,200,000 KRW yearly)

LOW
2,110,000
KRW
AVERAGE
5,690,000
KRW
HIGH
9,730,000
KRW
All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

A person working in Science and Technical Services in Seoul typically earns around 5,690,000 KRW. Salaries range from 2,110,000 KRW (lowest average) to 9,730,000 KRW (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).


Salary Variance

The provided figure represents the median compensation that encompasses housing, transportation, and other perks. The salaries within the Science and Technical Services domain in Seoul exhibit significant discrepancies across various professions. In case you seek information about the remuneration of a specific position, please refer to the salaries listed below for respective job titles.

Salaries for specific jobs

Job TitleAverage Salary
Science and Technical Services
3D Lab Technologist4,080,000 KRW
3D Printing Specialist4,110,000 KRW
Algorithm Developer5,570,000 KRW
Analytical Chemist8,100,000 KRW
Anthropologist6,060,000 KRW
Archeologist5,510,000 KRW
Assistant Breeder2,930,000 KRW
Astronomer10,300,000 KRW
Atmospheric and Space Scientist8,160,000 KRW
Behavior Analyst5,490,000 KRW
Behavior Intervention Specialist6,250,000 KRW
Behavior Specialist5,430,000 KRW
Biochemist8,690,000 KRW
Biofuels Processing Technician3,650,000 KRW
Biofuels Production Manager6,690,000 KRW
Biologist9,160,000 KRW
Biomedical Laboratory Officer3,520,000 KRW
Biomedical Scientist9,100,000 KRW
Biophysicist9,230,000 KRW
Chemical Engineer4,160,000 KRW
Chemical Technologist3,950,000 KRW
Chemist8,890,000 KRW
Chief Robotics Integration Officer6,700,000 KRW
Chief Technologist7,830,000 KRW
Climate Change Analyst6,040,000 KRW
Clinical Laboratory Scientist9,770,000 KRW
Computer Scientist7,180,000 KRW
Conservation Scientist7,310,000 KRW
Data Science Specialist5,850,000 KRW
Data Scientist7,170,000 KRW
DNA Analyst9,190,000 KRW
Ecologist6,820,000 KRW
Economic Development Specialist7,110,000 KRW
Flavourist3,120,000 KRW
Food Scientist6,040,000 KRW
Forensic Scientist7,380,000 KRW
Formulation Technologist3,440,000 KRW
Fraud Investigator4,520,000 KRW
Genomics Scientist9,670,000 KRW
Geographer4,730,000 KRW
Geographic Information Systems Technician3,130,000 KRW
Geological Data Technician2,990,000 KRW
Geological Technician3,770,000 KRW
Geologist7,330,000 KRW
Geomatics Scientist7,160,000 KRW
Geophysical Data Technician3,030,000 KRW
Geospatial Information Scientist and Technologist6,810,000 KRW
Global Technical Lead9,340,000 KRW
Hydrologist6,120,000 KRW
Industrial Ecologist6,190,000 KRW
Intelligence Analyst5,370,000 KRW
Internet of Things (IoT) Architect4,840,000 KRW
Internet of Things (IoT) Compliance Analyst4,710,000 KRW
Internet of Things (IoT) Consultant5,200,000 KRW
Internet of Things (IoT) Engineer4,500,000 KRW
Internet of Things (IoT) Integration Specialist4,520,000 KRW
Internet of Things (IoT) Logistics Analyst3,770,000 KRW
Internet of Things (IoT) Security Analyst4,030,000 KRW
Internet of Things (IoT) Specialist4,260,000 KRW
Internet of Things (IoT) Technician3,370,000 KRW
Knowledge Management Specialist4,670,000 KRW
Lab Analyst3,870,000 KRW
Lab Manager6,590,000 KRW
Lab Technician2,670,000 KRW
Laboratory Manager6,380,000 KRW
Laboratory Researcher4,250,000 KRW
Laboratory Technician2,660,000 KRW
Life Sciences Analyst5,910,000 KRW
Life Scientist7,360,000 KRW
Marine Architect6,010,000 KRW
Marine Biologist6,570,000 KRW
Marine Superintendent3,960,000 KRW
Materials Analyst4,010,000 KRW
Materials Scientist6,560,000 KRW
Mathematician7,180,000 KRW
Medical Scientist9,850,000 KRW
Metallurgist6,300,000 KRW
Meteorologist6,520,000 KRW
Microbiologist9,910,000 KRW
Natural Language Processing Researcher5,650,000 KRW
Natural Resource Specialist5,310,000 KRW
Natural Resources Analyst5,930,000 KRW
Natural Sciences Manager8,600,000 KRW
Neurotechnology Specialist8,420,000 KRW
Nuclear Engineer9,440,000 KRW
Physical Scientist7,110,000 KRW
Physicist8,960,000 KRW
Political Scientist6,790,000 KRW
Polygraph Examiner2,470,000 KRW
Polysomnographic Technologist4,370,000 KRW
Product Development Scientist7,730,000 KRW
Quantitative Research Analyst6,470,000 KRW
Quantitative Researcher6,060,000 KRW
Quantum Algorithm Developer5,430,000 KRW
Quantum Computing Engineer5,050,000 KRW
Quantum Computing Ethics Officer4,470,000 KRW
Quantum Computing Specialist5,290,000 KRW
Radiation Protection Specialist5,070,000 KRW
Refrigeration Technician2,040,000 KRW
Research Scientist6,420,000 KRW
Risk Safety Engineer4,130,000 KRW
Robotics Architect5,680,000 KRW
Scientific Photographer4,060,000 KRW
Scientific Programmer5,950,000 KRW
Scientist6,710,000 KRW
Service Engineer4,310,000 KRW
Service Technician2,710,000 KRW
Social Science Research Assistant3,690,000 KRW
Social Scientist7,070,000 KRW
Sociologist7,040,000 KRW
Soil Scientist5,530,000 KRW
Statistical Analyst4,160,000 KRW
Statistical Assistant2,840,000 KRW
Statistician6,530,000 KRW
Survey Analyst3,770,000 KRW
Survey Researcher3,630,000 KRW
Surveying and Mapping Technician2,560,000 KRW
Team Leader5,960,000 KRW
Technical Manager6,340,000 KRW
Technical Officer2,840,000 KRW
Technical Service Director8,160,000 KRW
Technical Services Regulatory Affairs Specialist4,030,000 KRW
Technical Services Research and Development Manager9,490,000 KRW
Technical Services Research Associate4,750,000 KRW
Technical Services Research Coordinator4,750,000 KRW
Technician2,540,000 KRW
Water Ecologist7,660,000 KRW
Wearable Technology Developer4,640,000 KRW
Wearables Specialist4,110,000 KRW
Wildlife Biologist6,510,000 KRW


Science and Technical Services Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Seoul

Median and salary distribution Seoul Science and Technical Services monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
5,110,000 KRW or more
10% of people earn
4,350,000 to 5,110,000 KRW
20% of people earn
2,690,000 KRW or less
65% of people earn
2,690,000 to 4,350,000 KRW
Minimum Salary
2,110,000
KRW
Median
5,100,000
KRW
Maximum
9,730,000
KRW




Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range

All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Science and Technical Services in Seoul range from 2,110,000 KRW (starting average salary) to 9,730,000 KRW (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). To clarify, the number presented is not the legally mandated minimum wage. Rather, it represents the lowest figure reported in a salary survey that involved thousands of participants and professionals from across the entire country.

  • Median Salary

    The median income in the field of Science and Technical Services is 5,100,000 KRW, implying that half of the workforce in Seoul earns less than this figure, and the other half earns more. It represents the central value of salaries. As a rule of thumb, you would prefer to be part of the group earning above the median wage, situated on the right-hand side of the salary distribution chart.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Two values that are highly correlated with the median are the 25th and 75th percentiles. By examining the salary distribution diagram, it is possible to determine that 25% of individuals employed in Science and Technical Services in Seoul earn less than 3,930,000 KRW, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 6,030,000 KRW, while 25% earn more than that.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    Data was regrouped into brackets to provide a better understanding of what salaries can be expected. This approach was deemed more accurate than relying solely on the average salary, as it offers greater insights into the distribution of salaries in the field of Science and Technical Services in Seoul. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 2,690,000 KRW to 4,350,000 KRW. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 2,690,000 KRW mark, while 10% ranged from 4,350,000 KRW to 5,110,000 KRW. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 5,110,000 KRW or higher.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

Salary Comparison By Experience Level
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The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally, the more years of experience the higher the wage.

Generally speaking, employees in Science and Technical Services in Seoul having experience from two to five years earn on average 32% more than freshers and juniors across all industries and disciplines.

Professionals with experience of more than five years tend to earn on average 36% more than those with five years or less of work experience.

As you hit the ten years mark, the salary increases by 21% and an additional 14% for those who have crossed the 15 years mark.

Those figures are presented as guidelines only. The numbers become more significant if you consider one job title at a time.


Change in salary based on experience varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of many different jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.
On average, a person's salary doubles their starting salary by the time they cross the 10 years* experience mark.
* Based on the average change in salary over time. Salary variations differ from person to person.


Salary Comparison By Education

How does the education level affect your salary?

Salary Comparison By Education
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Change in salary based on education varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of multiple jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.

It is well known that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income?

We compared the salaries of professionals at the same level but with different college degree levels across many jobs in Science and Technical Services in Seoul, below are our findings.

Workers with a certificate or diploma earn on average 17% more than their peers who only reached the high school level.

Employees who earned a Bachelor's Degree earn 24% more than those who only managed to attain a certificate or diploma.

Professionals who attained a Master's Degree are awarded salaries that are 29% more than those with a Bachelor's Degree.

Finally, PhD holders earn 23% more than Master's Degree holders on average while doing the same job.


Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?

A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Korea (South) costs anywhere from 19,500,000 KRW to 58,500,000 KRW and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.

Employees can't expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming they already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.

Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch to a higher-paying job. The numbers seem to support this tactic. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.

The decision really depends on the situation and experience among many other factors. Putting all variables aside, if a person can afford the costs of higher education then the return on investment is definitely worth it. Degree costs can be recovered roughly in a year or so.



Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender / Science and Technical Services / Seoul

Salary comparison by gender Korea (South) Science and Technical Services monthly
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Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? In the field of Science and Technical Services in Korea (South), the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 6%.

Male
5,200,000 KRW
Female-6%
4,910,000 KRW
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Korea (South) for all Careers

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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Science and Technical Services / Seoul

How much are annual salary increments in Seoul for individuals working in Science and Technical Services? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Science and Technical Services in Korea (South) are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately % every months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 9% granted to employees every 16 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Korea (South) Science and Technical Services
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The figures provided here are averages of numbers. Those figures should be taken as general guidelines. Salary increments will vary from person to person and depend on many factors, but your performance and contribution to the success of the organization remain the most important factors in determining how much and how often you will be granted a raise.

Korea (South) / All Professions

Annual Salary Increment Rate Korea (South)
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The term Annual Salary Increase usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rare that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one-year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.

How to calculate the salary increment percentage?

The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 / Increase Frequency

The average salary increase in one year (12 months) in Korea (South) is 7%.

Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

World Average Annual Salary Increment
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Salary Packages and Schemes

Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.

Bonus and Incentive Rates / Science and Technical Services / Korea (South)

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Korea (South) Science and Technical Services
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100% of surveyed staff in Science and Technical Services reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while % said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.

Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from % to % of their annual salary.

Received Bonus
%
No Bonus
100%

Types of Bonuses Considered

Individual Performance-Based Bonuses

The most standard form of bonus, where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.

Company Performance Bonuses

Occasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.

Goal-Based Bonuses

Granted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.

Holiday / End of Year Bonuses

These types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.

Bonuses Are Not Commissions!

People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.


What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?

The main two types of jobs

Revenue GeneratorsSupporting Cast

Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business.

Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations.

Example:
A graphics designer working for a graphics designing company.

Example:
A graphic designer in the marketing department of a hospital.


Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.

Try to work for companies where your skills can generate revenue. We can't all generate revenue and that's perfectly fine.

Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level

Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.

Hourly Average Wage / Science and Technical Services / Seoul


32,800 KRW per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Science and Technical Services in Seoul is 32,800 KRW.This is the rate they get paid for every worked hour.


Hourly Wage = Annual Salary / ( 52 x 5 x 8 )

About The Hourly Pay Rate

The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually, jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fixed amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.

What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?

The minimum pay rate per hour for people working in Science and Technical Services in Seoul is 12,200 KRW. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.

Salary Comparison By City

CityAverage Salary
Bucheon4,700,000 KRW
Busan5,590,000 KRW
Daegu5,390,000 KRW
Daejeon5,300,000 KRW
Goyang4,900,000 KRW
Gwangju5,200,000 KRW
Incheon5,490,000 KRW
Seongnam4,790,000 KRW
Seoul5,690,000 KRW
Suweon5,100,000 KRW
Ulsan5,000,000 KRW

Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working in a private company or the government? The difference between the public or government sector salaries and the private sector salaries in Korea (South) is 6% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
3,780,000 KRW
Public Sector+6%
4,000,000 KRW
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide

What is considered to be a good and competitive salary in Science and Technical Services in Seoul?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 5,100,000 KRW and 6,030,000 KRW. This is a very rough estimate. Experience and education play a very huge part in the final earnings.

Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)

All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary for jobs in Science and Technical Services in Seoul ranges from 2,110,000 KRW to 3,930,000 KRW. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range with a grain of salt.


What is the difference between the median and the average salary?

Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people earn more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary


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