Psychologist Salary in South Africa
R 518,740
per year
per month
R 43,230
per month
per year
Psychologist Average Salary
The average salary for a Psychologist in SA is R 518 740 gross per year (R 43 230 gross per month), which is 84% higher than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Psychologist can expect an average starting salary of R 256 317. The highest salaries can exceed R 3 460 830 annually.
Salary Range: a Psychologist can expect an average starting salary of R 256 317. The highest salaries can exceed R 3 460 830 annually.
R 256,317
Low
R 518,740
Average salary
R 3,460,830
High
R 21,360
Low
R 43,230
Average salary
R 288,400
High
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Psychologist Salary Range - South Africa
Among Psychologists registered with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA), early career Psychologists during their internship and community service or Psychologists working in the private sector tend to have the lowest salaries, while more experienced Registered Counsellors, Counselling Psychologists or Psychologists in the public sector enjoy the highest salaries.
Psychologist - Salary Differences
| Job | Salary | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Counselling Psychologist | R 560K/year | +8% |
Psychologist - Pay by Experience Level
In South Africa, a Grade 1 Psychologist employed in the government / public sector can expect to earn an average compensation of R 42 037 net per month. A mid career Psychologist with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 44 861, while an experienced Psychologist with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 53 981. Psychologists with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 64 000 net per month.
How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Psychologist in SA
| Late Career | ▲ +48% |
| Experienced | ▲ +25% |
| Mid Career | ▲ +4% |
| Average Salary | R 43,230/month |
| Entry Level | ▼ -3% |
Gender Breakdown
Female
76%
76%
Male
24%
24%
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