How much does an actuary make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 17,590 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $12,820
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 3.2 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where South Africa ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $116,900 |
| 2. United States | $97,510 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $96,000 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $13,310 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $12,820 |
| 60. Marshall Islands estimate | $12,420 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $420 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- AstrophysicistR 232,800
- MeteorologistR 214,600
- ChemistR 195,900
- GeologistR 217,100
- ZoologistR 200,500
- Forestry advisorR 194,100
- Environmental protection professionalsR 184,100
- Industrial engineerR 217,200
Frequently asked questions
How much does an actuary make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 17,590 a month, R 211,100 a year.
How much does an actuary make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 174,700 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 263,500.
Which country pays an actuary the most?
United States, with a median of $97,510 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an actuary make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $97,510 a year against $12,820 in South Africa, 7.6 times more.
Who makes more, an actuary or an astrophysicist?
An astrophysicist: R 232,800 a year against R 211,100 for an actuary, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate