Nursing assistant: Average Salary in South Africa, 2026
Find out what the average Nursing assistant salary is
Salary rate
How much does a Nursing assistant make in South Africa?
R 180 006/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries
Based on 10000 salaries
The average Nursing assistant in South Africa is R 180 006 per year or R 92.31 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 144 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 952 459 per year.
MedianR 180 006

LowR 144 000
HighR 952 459
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