Office assistant: Average Salary in South Africa, 2026

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How much does a Office assistant make in South Africa?

R 180 006/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries

The average Office 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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