Forensic Scientist Salary in South Africa

R 287,613
per year
per month
R 23,970
per month
per year

Forensic Science Average Salary

The average salary for a Forensic Scientist in SA is R 287 613 gross per year (R 23 970 gross per month), which is 2% higher than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Forensic Scientist can expect an average starting salary of R 150 880. The highest salaries can exceed R 408 000.
R 150,880
Low
R 287,613
Average salary
R 408,000
High
R 12,570
Low
R 23,970
Average salary
R 34,000
High

Forensic Science Salary Range - South Africa

Low
R 150,880
Average salary
R 287,613
Senior
R 341,620
High
R 408,000
Low
R 12,570
Average salary
R 23,970
Senior
R 28,470
High
R 34,000
Among Forensic Scientists and Forensic Science Technicians in South Africa, new graduates with a Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Science and Technology or a degree in Genetics, Biochemistry, Microbiology or Molecular Biology tend to have the lowest salaries, while more experienced Forensic Examiners or Forensic Scientists specialized in DNA analysis enjoy the highest salaries.

Forensic Scientist - Pay by Experience Level

In South Africa, an Entry Level Forensic Scientist with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 15 000 gross per month. A mid career Forensic Scientist with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 22 000, while a Senior Forensic Scientist with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 28 000. Forensic Scientists with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 30 000 a month.

How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Forensic Scientist in SA

Late Career▲ +25%
Senior▲ +17%
Average SalaryR 23,970/month
Mid Career▼ -8%
Entry Level▼ -37%

Gender Breakdown

Female
39%
Male
61%

Forensic Scientist - Related Salaries

The salary and wage information presented on this page is based on the actual salaries offered to candidates in Forensic Scientist job vacancies published on Jobted South Africa in the last 12 months.
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Frequently asked questions about the salary of the Forensic Scientist

How much does a Forensic Scientist make in South Africa?
A Forensic Scientist in South Africa earns an average of R 287 613 gross per year, which is about R 23 970 gross per month. Everything you need to know about the salary of the Forensic Scientist updated to 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Forensic Scientist in South Africa?
The starting salary of a Forensic Scientist in South Africa is around R 150 880 gross per year. New graduates with a Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Science and Technology or a degree in Genetics, Biochemistry, Microbiology or Molecular Biology usually have a lower salary.
What is the highest salary for a Forensic Scientist in South Africa?
The highest salary of a Forensic Scientist in South Africa can reach and exceed R 408 000 gross per year. Forensic Examiners or Forensic Scientists specialized in DNA analysis usually have the highest salaries.
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