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Auditor Salary in South Africa

Auditors examine financial records to verify accuracy and ensure compliance. The South Africa median is $31,249 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$31,249
per year
Monthly (national)
$2,605
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$31,249
Cape Town, ZA
Hourly (national)
$15.02
varies by city

Auditor salary by city in South Africa

CityPer year
Cape Town, ZA$31,249
Durban, ZA$31,249
Pretoria, ZA$31,249
Gqeberha, ZA$31,249
Pietermaritzburg, ZA$31,249
Bloemfontein, ZA$31,249
East London, ZA$31,249
Vereeniging, ZA$31,249
Welkom, ZA$31,249
Newcastle, ZA$31,249
Krugersdorp, ZA$31,249
Johannesburg, ZA$21,892

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a auditor make in South Africa?
The national median auditor salary in South Africa is about R 511 000 per year (R 42 600 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about R 358 000 to R 511 000.
Which South Africa city pays auditors the most?
Cape Town, ZA pays the most at about R 511 000 per year.
Which South Africa city pays auditors the least?
Among cities we cover, Johannesburg, ZA is on the lower end at about R 358 000 per year for a auditor.
What is the typical salary range for a auditor in South Africa?
Across South Africa cities we cover, auditor pay commonly spans from about R 199 000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about R 713 400 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many South Africa cities have auditor salary data?
Pay by Role publishes auditor pay for 12 cities in South Africa, all shown in ZAR.
Is auditor in demand in South Africa?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +6% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Accountant, Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager.