How much does a market trader make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 4,752 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $3,465
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 0.9 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where South Africa ranks among 142 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 | $65,130 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $64,880 |
| 3. Belgium estimate | $58,600 |
| 84. Vanuatu estimate | $3,497 |
| 85. South Africa estimate | $3,465 |
| 86. Kazakhstan estimate | $3,115 |
| 142. Nigeria estimate | $355 |
Similar jobs
Service and sales workers
- Food stall holderR 51,020
- Shop keeperR 75,410
- Retail store supervisorR 62,860
- Retail sales associateR 55,350
- CashierR 46,210
- Runway modelR 49,910
- Promotions demonstratorR 48,870
- Door to door sellerR 56,800
Frequently asked questions
How much does a market trader make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 4,752 a month, R 57,030 a year.
How much does a market trader make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 51,460 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 62,230.
Which country pays a market trader the most?
Germany, with a median of $45,220 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a market trader make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $41,380 a year against $3,465 in South Africa, 11.9 times more.
Who makes more, a market trader or a food stall holder?
A market trader: R 57,030 a year against R 51,020 for a food stall holder, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate