Lab Assistant Salary in South Africa
R 10,661
per month
per year
R 127,900
per year
per month
Lab Assistant Average Salary
The average salary for a Lab Assistant in SA is R 10 661 gross per month (R 127 900 gross per year), which is 55% lower than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: A Laboratory Assistant can expect an average starting salary of R 8 024. The highest salaries can exceed R 18 235.
Salary Range: A Laboratory Assistant can expect an average starting salary of R 8 024. The highest salaries can exceed R 18 235.
R 8,024
Low
R 10,661
Average salary
R 18,235
High
R 96,300
Low
R 127,900
Average salary
R 218,800
High
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Laboratory Assistant Salary Range - South Africa
Lab Assistant - Pay by Experience Level
In South Africa, an Entry Level Lab Assistant with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 100 000 gross per year. A mid career Lab Assistant with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 123 000, while an experienced Lab Assistant with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 151 000. Laboratory Assistants with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 160 000 yearly.
How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Lab Assistant in SA
| Late Career | ▲ +25% |
| Experienced | ▲ +18% |
| Average Salary | R 127,900/year |
| Mid Career | ▼ -4% |
| Entry Level | ▼ -22% |
Gender Breakdown
Female
57%
57%
Male
43%
43%
Lab Assistant - Related Salaries
The salary and wage information presented on this page is based on the actual salaries offered to candidates in Lab Assistant job vacancies published on Jobted South Africa in the last 12 months.
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