How much does a military officer make in South Africa?
R 214,600a year
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 17,890 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $16,110
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 4.0 times
- Data from
- 2017
Where South Africa ranks among 111 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
What commissioned armed forces officers earn in South Africa
Lowest 10%: R 181,000Median: R 214,600Highest 10%: R 247,100
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $156,500 |
| 2. Norway estimate | $119,200 |
| 3. Australia | $119,100 |
| 35. Hungary estimate | $18,680 |
| 36. South Africa estimate | $16,110 |
| 37. Brunei estimate | $15,650 |
| 111. Gambia estimate | $741 |
Similar jobs
Armed forces occupations
Frequently asked questions
How much does a military officer make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 17,890 a month, R 214,600 a year.
How much does a military officer make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 181,000 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 247,100.
Which country pays a military officer the most?
Australia, with a median of $119,100 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a military officer make more in South Africa or in Canada?
In Canada: $81,910 a year against $16,110 in South Africa, 5.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2017. How we calculate