How much does a mine engineer make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 19,440 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $14,170
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 3.5 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where South Africa ranks among 144 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 | $129,200 |
| 2. United States | $126,900 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $106,100 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $14,710 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $14,170 |
| 60. Marshall Islands estimate | $13,720 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $464 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Industrial engineerR 217,200
- Civil engineerR 210,600
- Environment engineerR 201,300
- Mechanical engineerR 221,100
- Chemical engineerR 216,900
- Test engineerR 217,700
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mine engineer make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 19,440 a month, R 233,200 a year.
How much does a mine engineer make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 189,100 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 286,500.
Which country pays a mine engineer the most?
United States, with a median of $126,900 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a mine engineer make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $126,900 a year against $14,170 in South Africa, 9.0 times more.
Who makes more, a mine engineer or an industrial engineer?
A mine engineer: R 233,200 a year against R 217,200 for an industrial engineer, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate