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Data scientist: Average Salary in South Africa, 2026

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How much does a Data scientist make in South Africa?
R 180 000/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries
The average Data scientist in South Africa is R 180 000 per year or R 92.31 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 90 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 468 000 per year.
MedianR 180 000
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LowR 90 000
HighR 468 000
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