Electrical Engineer: Average Salary in South Africa, 2026
Find out what the average Electrical Engineer salary is
Salary rate
How much does a Electrical Engineer make in South Africa?
R 550 000/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries
Based on 10000 salaries
The average Electrical Engineer in South Africa is R 550 000 per year or R 282 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 540 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 3 515 258 per year.
MedianR 550 000
LowR 540 000
HighR 3 515 258
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