How much does a doctor make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 22,880 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $16,680
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 4.2 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where South Africa ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $500,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. United States | $267,500 |
| 2. Canada | $200,600 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $152,100 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $17,310 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $16,680 |
| 60. Marshall Islands estimate | $16,150 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $546 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Specialist doctorR 330,800
- Registered nurseR 199,800
- MidwifeR 197,900
- Traditional therapistR 150,900
- Paramedical practitionersR 215,000
- VeterinarianR 203,900
- DentistR 229,600
- PharmacistR 209,200
Frequently asked questions
How much does a doctor make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 22,880 a month, R 274,600 a year.
How much does a doctor make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 167,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 338,900.
Which country pays a doctor the most?
United States, with a median of $267,500 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a doctor make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $267,500 a year against $16,680 in South Africa, 16.0 times more.
Who makes more, a doctor or a specialist doctor?
A specialist doctor: R 330,800 a year against R 274,600 for a doctor, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate