Mexico’s government says keeping wages down helps attract investors and it keeps inflation in check.

However, the country is under increasing pressure to up worker pay. As the country heads for mid-term elections next year, Mexico’s minimum wage remains among the lowest in the world. It’s clear the six and a half million Mexican workers earning that amount are hoping that will change.

For some perspective, below are the monthly minimum wage rates in nine countries. Hover over the bars to see each rate.

Source: Reuters

Please note: In the chart above, China represents Shanghai. Greece and Mexico figures are based on 40 hours per week and four weeks per month. All figures have been converted to U.S. dollars, but don’t account for things like differences in the cost of living.

For more, CCTV America spoke to Christopher Wilson, Senior Associate with Wilson Center.