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South Africa Fast Facts
Payroll in South Africa
Wages
Daily minimum wages range from 230 ZAR to 260 ZAR. Monthly minimum wages range from 4,737 ZAR to 5,610 ZAR.
National minimum wages, excluding those based on piecework, are set at 28.79 ZAR per hour. This rate applies across various sectors, including agriculture, domestic work, and services.
Salaries
The overall annual average salary in South Africa is approximately 360,000 ZAR per year, with monthly ranges from 20,000 ZAR to 35,000 ZAR, depending on the position and experience. The monthly median salary in South Africa is around 25,000 ZAR.
By gender, the average annual salary for men is 400,000 ZAR, while the annual average salary for women is 320,000 ZAR.
Salaries by location in South Africa
Johannesburg: Known for offering salaries 20% higher than the national average for junior roles and 15% higher for mid-level roles, especially in sectors like finance, mining, and technology.
Cape Town: Offers salaries 10% higher than the national average for senior positions, particularly in tourism, creative industries, and services.
As your employment partner in South Africa, we can provide you with resources and insights about average employee compensation in various job positions, so you can be better equipped to make a competitive employment offer.
Payroll frequency
In South Africa, employees are typically paid on a monthly basis, with salaries disbursed on a fixed, predetermined date specified in the employment contract or workplace regulations. The Basic Conditions of Employment Act mandates that remuneration must be paid at least once a month for salaried employees, ensuring regular income for employees.
In addition to regular monthly wages, employees may receive additional compensation such as performance bonuses or incentives. These payments are often stipulated in collective bargaining agreements or internal company policies and are disbursed according to the terms outlined therein. Employers are required to adhere to the agreed-upon schedules for these payments to maintain compliance with labor regulations.
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