How much does a waste collector make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 2,685 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $1,958
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 0.5 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 | $64,550 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $64,250 |
| 3. United States | $49,690 |
| 96. Tunisia estimate | $1,977 |
| 97. South Africa estimate | $1,958 |
| 98. Jamaica estimate | $1,946 |
| 143. Kenya estimate | $126 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- SorterR 32,310
- Street sweeperR 31,680
- CourierR 29,760
- Odd job personsR 31,790
- Meter readerR 30,660
- Water and firewood collectorsR 30,170
- Gym workerR 28,850
Frequently asked questions
How much does a waste collector make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 2,685 a month, R 32,220 a year.
How much does a waste collector make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 27,550 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 38,170.
Which country pays a waste collector the most?
United States, with a median of $49,690 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a waste collector make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $49,690 a year against $1,958 in South Africa, 25.4 times more.
Who makes more, a waste collector or a courier?
A waste collector: R 32,220 a year against R 29,760 for a courier, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate