South African Salary Guide 2026
Real salary ranges by profession — from entry-level to senior. All take-home figures use the 2026/2027 SARS tax brackets updated after the February 2026 Budget.
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PAYE & Take-Home Calculator
Exact take-home after PAYE, UIF, medical aid credits, and pension.
UIF Calculator
See how much UIF you pay — and estimate your retrenchment benefit.
Minimum Wage 2026
Current NMW rates: R30.23/hour from 1 March 2026 for all workers.
Browse by profession category
Each category page shows salary ranges for all professions, plus qualifications, and how to get there.
Technology
4 professions
Software development, data science, and IT careers
Salary range
R12 000 – R95 000
Engineering
4 professions
Civil, electrical, mechanical, and chemical engineering
Salary range
R18 000 – R110 000
Finance
2 professions
Chartered accountants, actuaries, and financial careers
Salary range
R22 000 – R250 000
Healthcare & Medical
1 profession
Doctors and medical professionals
Salary range
R28 000 – R200 000
Management
3 professions
Project, operations, and marketing management
Salary range
R15 000 – R150 000
Government & Law Enforcement
3 professions
Metro police, traffic officers, and public service careers
Salary range
R7 000 – R55 000
Administration
1 profession
Administrative assistants and office management
Salary range
R6 000 – R38 000
All professions
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About our salary data
Salary ranges are sourced from CareerJunction's 2025/2026 Annual Salary Survey, Indeed South Africa, and Glassdoor ZA. Figures represent gross monthly pay before tax. Take-home calculations use the SARS 2026/2027 tax brackets. Individual salaries vary by employer, location, experience, and negotiation.