Community Health Worker Salary in South Africa
R 2,061
per month
per year
R 24,700
per year
per month
Community Health Worker (CHW) Average Salary
The average salary for a Community Health Worker in SA is R 2 061 gross per month (R 24 700 gross per year), which is 91% lower than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Community Health Worker (CHW) can expect an average starting salary of R 800. The highest salaries can exceed R 8 500.
Salary Range: a Community Health Worker (CHW) can expect an average starting salary of R 800. The highest salaries can exceed R 8 500.
R 800
Low
R 2,061
Average salary
R 8,500
High
R 9,600
Low
R 24,700
Average salary
R 102,000
High
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Community Health Worker Salary Range - South Africa
Among Community Health Workers (CHWs) in South Africa, Community Health Workers working for NGOs tend to have the lowest wages, while Community Health Workers directly employed in the public sector (in the departments of health) enjoy the highest remunerations.
Community Health Worker - Pay by Experience Level
In South Africa, an Entry Level Community Health Worker with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 850 gross per month. A mid career Community Health Worker with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 1 300, while an experienced Community Health Worker with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 3 500. Community Health Workers (CHWs) with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 3 500.
How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Community Health Worker in SA
| Experienced | ▲ +70% |
| Late Career | ▲ +70% |
| Average Salary | R 2,061/month |
| Mid Career | ▼ -37% |
| Entry Level | ▼ -59% |
Gender Breakdown
Female
68%
68%
Male
32%
32%
Community Health Worker - Related Salaries
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