How much does an optician make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 7,306 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $5,327
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 1.3 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where South Africa ranks among 142 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. Switzerland estimate | $76,320 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $62,020 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $59,390 |
| 74. Samoa estimate | $5,341 |
| 75. South Africa estimate | $5,327 |
| 76. El Salvador estimate | $5,277 |
| 142. Malawi estimate | $331 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Dental hygienistR 90,700
- Health records clerkR 99,930
- Community health workerR 102,200
- Therapy assistantR 78,400
- Medical assistantR 82,580
- Quality inspectorR 112,800
- ParamedicR 115,300
- Health screenerR 93,600
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optician make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 7,306 a month, R 87,670 a year.
How much does an optician make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 78,290 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 106,400.
Which country pays an optician the most?
United States, with a median of $47,260 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an optician make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $47,260 a year against $5,327 in South Africa, 8.9 times more.
Who makes more, an optician or a dental hygienist?
A dental hygienist: R 90,700 a year against R 87,670 for an optician, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate