Veterinary Nurse Salary in South Africa

R 227,855
per year
per month
R 18,990
per month
per year

Veterinary Nurse Average Salary

The average salary for a Veterinary Nurse in SA is R 227 855 gross per year (R 18 990 gross per month), which is 19% lower than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Veterinary Nurse can expect an average starting salary of R 97 020. The highest salaries can exceed R 384 100.
R 97,020
Low
R 227,855
Average salary
R 384,100
High
R 8,090
Low
R 18,990
Average salary
R 32,010
High

Veterinary Nurse Salary Range - South Africa

Low
R 97,020
Average salary
R 227,855
Experienced
R 318,440
High
R 384,100
Low
R 8,090
Average salary
R 18,990
Experienced
R 26,540
High
R 32,010
Among Veterinary Nurses registered by the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC), early career para-veterinary professionals with a diploma in Veterinary Nursing tend to have the lowest salaries, while more experienced Veterinary Nurses enjoy the highest salaries.

Veterinary Nurse - Pay by Experience Level

In South Africa, an Entry Level Veterinary Nurse with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 10 000 gross per month. A qualified Veterinary Nurse with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 18 000, while an experienced Veterinary Nurse with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 26 000. Vet Nurses with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 29 000 monthly.

How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Veterinary Nurse in SA

Late Career▲ +53%
Experienced▲ +37%
Average SalaryR 18,990/month
Mid Career▼ -5%
Entry Level▼ -47%

Gender Breakdown

Female
96%
Male
4%

Veterinary Nurse - Related Salaries

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

How much does a Veterinary Nurse make in South Africa?
A Veterinary Nurse in South Africa earns an average of R 227 855 gross per year, which is about R 18 990 gross per month. Everything you need to know about the salary of the Veterinary Nurse updated to 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Veterinary Nurse in South Africa?
The starting salary of a Veterinary Nurse in South Africa is around R 97 020 gross per year. Early career para-veterinary professionals with a diploma in Veterinary Nursing usually have a lower salary.
What is the highest salary for a Veterinary Nurse in South Africa?
The highest salary of a Veterinary Nurse in South Africa can reach and exceed R 384 100 gross per year. Veterinary Nurses usually have the highest salaries.
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