How much does an economist make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 18,340 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $13,370
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 3.3 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. United States | $124,700 |
| 2. Switzerland estimate | $122,000 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $100,100 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $13,880 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $13,370 |
| 60. Marshall Islands estimate | $12,950 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $438 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- AnthropologistR 177,400
- HistorianR 185,600
- PsychologistR 197,300
- Social workerR 175,600
- Religious professionalsR 156,700
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economist make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 18,340 a month, R 220,100 a year.
How much does an economist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 172,100 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 285,100.
Which country pays an economist the most?
United States, with a median of $124,700 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an economist make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $124,700 a year against $13,370 in South Africa, 9.3 times more.
Who makes more, an economist or an anthropologist?
An economist: R 220,100 a year against R 177,400 for an anthropologist, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate