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South Africa Salary Guide
Indicative monthly gross salary ranges across common roles in South Africa. Use these as a starting point — actual offers vary by company size, sector, and location.
| Role | Junior (0–3 yrs) | Mid (3–7 yrs) | Senior (7+ yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | R 18 000 – R 32 000 | R 35 000 – R 60 000 | R 65 000 – R 110 000+ |
| Accountant | R 16 000 – R 25 000 | R 28 000 – R 45 000 | R 50 000 – R 80 000 |
| Mechanical Engineer | R 22 000 – R 35 000 | R 38 000 – R 60 000 | R 65 000 – R 100 000 |
| Sales Representative | R 12 000 – R 20 000 | R 22 000 – R 40 000 | R 45 000 – R 90 000+ OTE |
| Registered Nurse | R 18 000 – R 26 000 | R 28 000 – R 38 000 | R 40 000 – R 55 000 |
| Marketing Manager | R 18 000 – R 28 000 | R 32 000 – R 55 000 | R 60 000 – R 95 000 |
| Project Manager | R 25 000 – R 38 000 | R 42 000 – R 65 000 | R 70 000 – R 110 000 |
| Teacher (Private Schools) | R 14 000 – R 22 000 | R 24 000 – R 35 000 | R 38 000 – R 55 000 |
| HR Business Partner | R 20 000 – R 30 000 | R 35 000 – R 55 000 | R 60 000 – R 90 000 |
| Logistics Coordinator | R 14 000 – R 22 000 | R 25 000 – R 38 000 | R 42 000 – R 65 000 |
Placeholder ranges shown — admin can replace with verified survey data. Last updated: pending.
Province snapshot
Salaries in Gauteng and the Western Cape tend to sit at the higher end of each range, especially for tech and finance. KwaZulu-Nataland the Eastern Cape show strong demand in manufacturing and logistics, often with competitive total packages once benefits are included. Smaller centres trade a slightly lower base for lower cost of living.
How to use this guide
Pair these benchmarks with our salary negotiation guideto confidently discuss numbers in interviews. Browse current openings by role on the jobs page.