How much does a musician make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 13,420 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $9,786
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 2.4 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. United States | $92,810 |
| 2. Switzerland estimate | $89,240 |
| 3. Germany | $78,620 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $10,160 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $9,786 |
| 60. Marshall Islands estimate | $9,475 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $320 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- ArtistR 178,300
- Ballet dancerR 159,300
- Art directorR 191,800
- ActorR 135,900
- AnnouncerR 178,500
- PerformerR 127,500
Frequently asked questions
How much does a musician make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 13,420 a month, R 161,100 a year.
How much does a musician make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 114,900 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 203,100.
Which country pays a musician the most?
United States, with a median of $92,810 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a musician make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $92,810 a year against $9,786 in South Africa, 9.5 times more.
Who makes more, a musician or an artist?
An artist: R 178,300 a year against R 161,100 for a musician, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate