How much does a zoologist make in South Africa?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R 16,710 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $12,180
- 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 | $111,100 |
| 2. United States | $100,600 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $91,170 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $12,640 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $12,180 |
| 60. Marshall Islands estimate | $11,790 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $399 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Forestry advisorR 194,100
- Environmental protection professionalsR 184,100
- AstrophysicistR 232,800
- MeteorologistR 214,600
- ChemistR 195,900
- GeologistR 217,100
- ActuaryR 211,100
- Industrial engineerR 217,200
Frequently asked questions
How much does a zoologist make a month in South Africa?
The median gross salary is R 16,710 a month, R 200,500 a year.
How much does a zoologist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R 165,600 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R 247,800.
Which country pays a zoologist the most?
United States, with a median of $100,600 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a zoologist make more in South Africa or in United States?
In United States: $100,600 a year against $12,180 in South Africa, 8.3 times more.
Who makes more, a zoologist or a forestry advisor?
A zoologist: R 200,500 a year against R 194,100 for a forestry advisor, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate