How much does a cleaner make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 2,185 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $1,593
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 0.4 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where South Africa ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $52,520 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $52,270 |
| 3. Denmark estimate | $39,240 |
| 97. Tunisia estimate | $1,608 |
| 98. South Africa estimate | $1,593 |
| 99. Jamaica estimate | $1,583 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $103 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- HousekeeperR 26,550
- Garment presserR 27,080
- Car cleanerR 28,120
- Window washerR 30,160
- CleanersR 30,600
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cleaner make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 2,185 a month, R 26,210 a year.
How much does a cleaner make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 23,680 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 29,650.
Which country pays a cleaner the most?
United States, with a median of $36,280 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a cleaner make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $36,280 a year against $1,593 in South Africa, 22.8 times more.
Who makes more, a cleaner or a garment presser?
A garment presser: R 27,080 a year against R 26,210 for a cleaner, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate