How much does a housekeeper make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 2,213 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $1,613
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 0.4 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 | $53,200 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $52,950 |
| 3. Denmark estimate | $39,740 |
| 97. Tunisia estimate | $1,629 |
| 98. South Africa estimate | $1,613 |
| 99. Jamaica estimate | $1,604 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $104 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- CleanerR 26,210
- Garment presserR 27,080
- Car cleanerR 28,120
- Window washerR 30,160
- CleanersR 30,600
Frequently asked questions
How much does a housekeeper make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 2,213 a month, R 26,550 a year.
How much does a housekeeper make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 24,020 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 30,100.
Which country pays a housekeeper the most?
Germany, with a median of $36,660 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a housekeeper make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $35,510 a year against $1,613 in South Africa, 22.0 times more.
Who makes more, a housekeeper or a car cleaner?
A car cleaner: R 28,120 a year against R 26,550 for a housekeeper, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate