How much does a psychologist make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 16,440 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $11,990
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 3.0 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 | $109,300 |
| 2. United States | $100,400 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $89,720 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $12,440 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $11,990 |
| 60. Marshall Islands estimate | $11,600 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $392 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- EconomistR 220,100
- AnthropologistR 177,400
- HistorianR 185,600
- Social workerR 175,600
- Religious professionalsR 156,700
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 16,440 a month, R 197,300 a year.
How much does a psychologist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 158,900 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 240,200.
Which country pays a psychologist the most?
United States, with a median of $100,400 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a psychologist make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $100,400 a year against $11,990 in South Africa, 8.4 times more.
Who makes more, a psychologist or an economist?
An economist: R 220,100 a year against R 197,300 for a psychologist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate