How much does a forklift operator make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 6,491 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $4,733
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 1.2 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. Iceland estimate | $67,770 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $65,440 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $64,770 |
| 74. Fiji estimate | $4,886 |
| 75. South Africa estimate | $4,733 |
| 76. Jordan estimate | $4,702 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $376 |
Similar jobs
Plant and machine operators and assemblers
- Farm equipment operatorR 81,530
- Earthmoving and related plant operatorsR 92,660
- Crane operatorsR 99,180
- Train driverR 117,500
- SignalmanR 102,500
- Motorcyle courierR 74,390
- Taxi driverR 71,000
- Bus driverR 84,950
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forklift operator make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 6,491 a month, R 77,900 a year.
How much does a forklift operator make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 71,020 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 87,750.
Which country pays a forklift operator the most?
Australia, with a median of $46,810 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a forklift operator make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $46,420 a year against $4,733 in South Africa, 9.8 times more.
Who makes more, a forklift operator or a farm equipment operator?
A farm equipment operator: R 81,530 a year against R 77,900 for a forklift operator, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate