How much does a chemist make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 16,320 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $11,900
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 3.0 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 | $108,500 |
| 2. United States | $92,530 |
| 3. Germany | $89,610 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $12,350 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $11,900 |
| 60. Marshall Islands estimate | $11,520 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $390 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- AstrophysicistR 232,800
- MeteorologistR 214,600
- GeologistR 217,100
- ActuaryR 211,100
- ZoologistR 200,500
- Forestry advisorR 194,100
- Environmental protection professionalsR 184,100
- Industrial engineerR 217,200
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemist make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 16,320 a month, R 195,900 a year.
How much does a chemist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 163,500 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 245,400.
Which country pays a chemist the most?
United States, with a median of $92,530 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a chemist make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $92,530 a year against $11,900 in South Africa, 7.8 times more.
Who makes more, a chemist or an astrophysicist?
An astrophysicist: R 232,800 a year against R 195,900 for a chemist, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate