How much does a typist make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 4,292 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $3,129
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 0.8 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where South Africa ranks among 143 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 | $74,780 |
| 2. Germany | $59,530 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $56,570 |
| 96. Bhutan estimate | $3,146 |
| 97. South Africa estimate | $3,129 |
| 98. Tunisia estimate | $2,925 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $503 |
Similar jobs
Clerical support workers
- Data entry clerkR 48,910
- Office clerkR 53,970
- SecretaryR 55,490
Frequently asked questions
How much does a typist make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 4,292 a month, R 51,500 a year.
How much does a typist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 45,830 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 57,580.
Which country pays a typist the most?
Germany, with a median of $59,530 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a typist make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $49,280 a year against $3,129 in South Africa, 15.8 times more.
Who makes more, a typist or a data entry clerk?
A typist: R 51,500 a year against R 48,910 for a data entry clerk, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate