Artifacts Conservator salary in Malaysia

Average Yearly Salary of Artifacts Conservator in Malaysia is approximately 91,502 MYR (18,196 USD). Data is for 2025 and indicates a pre-tax value. The salary itself depends on multiple factors such as seniority, job performance, certifications, experience or any other bonuses. The value indicated is an average amount based on records we have in database. Real values may vary. The data is for orientational purposes.

What does Artifacts Conservator do?

An artifacts conservator is a professional responsible for the preservation, restoration, and documentation of cultural and historical artifacts. They work primarily in museums, galleries, and other cultural institutions, ensuring the long-term conservation of objects of artistic, historical, or scientific significance. The occupation involves a range of tasks, including examining and assessing the condition of artifacts, developing conservation plans, implementing appropriate cleaning and treatment procedures, and conducting research to enhance understanding of the objects.

Skills: Artifacts conservator, Cultural heritage preservation, Object restoration, Museum conservation, Historical artifact conservation, Conservation research
Job industry: Museum and art

How much does Artifacts Conservator make?

Difference in salary year over year or average salary increase is approximately 4 %


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Salary comparison to National average

Is Artifacts Conservator a well paid job?

Yes, our data show that Artifacts Conservator is an averagely well paid job that still allows for some yearly savings. With years and experience the salary might increase even further, resulting in higher satisfaction.

What is considered a high salary for Artifacts Conservator?

High salary for Artifacts Conservator would be somewhere between 100,652 MYR and 132,678 MYR. However this is an estimation based on Gaussian Distribution.

How much can you save working as Artifacts Conservator in Malaysia?

Living in Malaysia the approximate monthly expenses are: 711 USD. This amount covers basic needs such as food, housing, clothing, healthcare and education costs for a single person. No luxury expenses such as traveling, leisure, hobbies are included in the estimation.

Estimated Yearly Salary: 91,502 MYR
Estimated Monthly Salary: 7,625 MYR
Estimated Weekly Salary: 1,760 MYR per week
Estimated Hourly Salary: 44 MYR per hour
By working as Artifacts Conservator a person can save up to 805 USD per month or 9,662 USD yearly. Values are pre-tax.

NOTE: These values are estimates and are averaged for the whole country. Furthermore the value is likely exaggerated as no other expenses are taken into account in the projection. Unessential expenses are very subjective and are difficult to assess. Most likely the previously estimated number is significantly lower for majority of people. Expenses in different cities across the country may vary. Above values accuracy is low and is based on limited set of data obtained.

For more information regarding expenses in Malaysia, see costs of living in Malaysia.

Salary comparison to region and neighbouring coutries

Country's neighbours are: Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei, Vietnam, Philippines.
To make it easier for comparison a conversion from local currency to USD has been made (conversion rates may vary).

Estimated Yearly Salary for Artifacts Conservator

Last revision of data: 2025-01-04

Salary increase per years of experience

Based on data available the salary increase per years of experience is as following

0 years (beginner) equals base salary

1 to 5 years of experience yields +12% salary increase

6 to 10 years of experience yields +25% salary increase

11 to 15 years of experience yields +16% salary increase

16 to 25 years of experience yields +9% salary increase

more than 25 years of experience yields +10% salary increase

NOTE: Details based on limited set of data. Percentages may vary. The salary increase over years of experience can vary widely based on factors such as job industry, job role, location, company size, and individual performance. To gain even larger increase in salary one is advised to switch jobs and / or employer.

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