How much does a dental hygienist make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 7,558 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $5,510
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 1.4 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where South Africa ranks among 143 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 | $78,950 |
| 2. United States | $74,820 |
| 3. Iceland estimate | $64,150 |
| 75. Samoa estimate | $5,525 |
| 76. South Africa estimate | $5,510 |
| 77. El Salvador estimate | $5,459 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $343 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Health records clerkR 99,930
- Community health workerR 102,200
- OpticianR 87,670
- Therapy assistantR 78,400
- Medical assistantR 82,580
- Quality inspectorR 112,800
- ParamedicR 115,300
- Health screenerR 93,600
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental hygienist make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 7,558 a month, R 90,700 a year.
How much does a dental hygienist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 81,520 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 100,400.
Which country pays a dental hygienist the most?
United States, with a median of $74,820 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a dental hygienist make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $74,820 a year against $5,510 in South Africa, 13.6 times more.
Who makes more, a dental hygienist or a health records clerk?
A health records clerk: R 99,930 a year against R 90,700 for a dental hygienist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate