How much does a construction worker make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 2,753 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $2,007
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 0.5 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 | $66,190 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $65,880 |
| 3. Australia | $56,950 |
| 97. Tunisia estimate | $2,027 |
| 98. South Africa estimate | $2,007 |
| 99. Jamaica estimate | $1,995 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $130 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- Mining assistantR 38,270
- Civils workerR 37,960
- Picker and packerR 27,580
- Factory labourerR 31,350
- Hand and pedal vehicle driversR 29,350
- Fiacre driverR 27,330
- Warehouse workerR 32,340
- Shelf stackerR 26,140
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction worker make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 2,753 a month, R 33,040 a year.
How much does a construction worker make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 29,410 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 40,090.
Which country pays a construction worker the most?
Australia, with a median of $56,950 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a construction worker make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $46,580 a year against $2,007 in South Africa, 23.2 times more.
Who makes more, a construction worker or a mining assistant?
A mining assistant: R 38,270 a year against R 33,040 for a construction worker, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate