How much does a meteorologist make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 17,880 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $13,040
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 3.3 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where South Africa ranks among 143 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. Switzerland estimate | $118,900 |
| 2. United States | $99,070 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $97,580 |
| 57. Malaysia estimate | $13,530 |
| 58. South Africa estimate | $13,040 |
| 59. Marshall Islands estimate | $12,620 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $427 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- AstrophysicistR 232,800
- ChemistR 195,900
- GeologistR 217,100
- ActuaryR 211,100
- ZoologistR 200,500
- Forestry advisorR 194,100
- Environmental protection professionalsR 184,100
- Industrial engineerR 217,200
Frequently asked questions
How much does a meteorologist make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 17,880 a month, R 214,600 a year.
How much does a meteorologist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 167,100 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 261,100.
Which country pays a meteorologist the most?
United States, with a median of $99,070 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a meteorologist make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $99,070 a year against $13,040 in South Africa, 7.6 times more.
Who makes more, a meteorologist or an astrophysicist?
An astrophysicist: R 232,800 a year against R 214,600 for a meteorologist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate