How much does a metalworker make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 5,119 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $3,732
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 0.9 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. Iceland estimate | $82,130 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $80,230 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $75,080 |
| 88. Georgia estimate | $3,821 |
| 89. South Africa estimate | $3,732 |
| 90. Vanuatu estimate | $3,463 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $145 |
Similar jobs
Craft and related trades workers
- Metal molderR 56,610
- WelderR 59,810
- Steel erectorR 63,690
- RiggerR 67,370
- BlacksmithR 57,620
- Metal workerR 58,680
- Cnc operatorR 60,860
- GrinderR 55,990
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metalworker make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 5,119 a month, R 61,430 a year.
How much does a metalworker make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 51,010 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 75,590.
Which country pays a metalworker the most?
United States, with a median of $62,970 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a metalworker make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $62,970 a year against $3,732 in South Africa, 16.9 times more.
Who makes more, a metalworker or a metal molder?
A metalworker: R 61,430 a year against R 56,610 for a metal molder, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate