Data Engineer: Average Salary in South Africa, 2026

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How much does a Data Engineer make in South Africa?

R 1 258 764/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries

The average Data Engineer in South Africa is R 1 258 764 per year or R 646 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 550 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 5 280 000 per year.

MedianR 1 258 764

LowR 550 000

HighR 5 280 000

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