Payroll administrator: Average Salary in South Africa, 2026
Find out what the average Payroll administrator salary is
Salary rate
How much does a Payroll administrator make in South Africa?
R 204 000/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries
Based on 10000 salaries
The average Payroll administrator in South Africa is R 204 000 per year or R 105 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 186 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 284 400 per year.
MedianR 204 000

LowR 186 000
HighR 284 400
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