How much does a welder make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 4,985 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $3,634
- Compared with the median pay in South Africa
- 0.9 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. Iceland estimate | $79,970 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $78,120 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $73,110 |
| 88. Georgia estimate | $3,721 |
| 89. South Africa estimate | $3,634 |
| 90. Vanuatu estimate | $3,372 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $141 |
Similar jobs
Craft and related trades workers
- Metal molderR 56,610
- MetalworkerR 61,430
- Steel erectorR 63,690
- RiggerR 67,370
- BlacksmithR 57,620
- Metal workerR 58,680
- Cnc operatorR 60,860
- GrinderR 55,990
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 4,985 a month, R 59,810 a year.
How much does a welder make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 52,810 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 69,190.
Which country pays a welder the most?
Australia, with a median of $58,390 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a welder make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $53,340 a year against $3,634 in South Africa, 14.7 times more.
Who makes more, a welder or a metal molder?
A welder: R 59,810 a year against R 56,610 for a metal molder, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate