Lab manager: Average Salary in South Africa, 2026
Find out what the average Lab manager salary is
Salary rate
How much does a Lab manager make in South Africa?
R 300 000/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries
Based on 10000 salaries
The average Lab manager in South Africa is R 300 000 per year or R 154 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 144 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 414 000 per year.
MedianR 300 000

LowR 144 000
HighR 414 000
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