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Carpenter Salary in South Africa

Carpenters build and repair structures and fixtures from wood and other materials. The South Africa median is $20,302 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$20,302
per year
Monthly (national)
$1,694
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$20,302
Cape Town, ZA
Hourly (national)
$9.76
varies by city

Carpenter salary by city in South Africa

CityPer year
Cape Town, ZA$20,302
Durban, ZA$20,302
Pretoria, ZA$20,302
Gqeberha, ZA$20,302
Pietermaritzburg, ZA$20,302
Bloemfontein, ZA$20,302
East London, ZA$20,302
Vereeniging, ZA$20,302
Welkom, ZA$20,302
Newcastle, ZA$20,302
Krugersdorp, ZA$20,302
Johannesburg, ZA$14,187

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a carpenter make in South Africa?
The national median carpenter salary in South Africa is about R 332 000 per year (R 27 700 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about R 232 000 to R 332 000.
Which South Africa city pays carpenters the most?
Cape Town, ZA pays the most at about R 332 000 per year.
Which South Africa city pays carpenters the least?
Among cities we cover, Johannesburg, ZA is on the lower end at about R 232 000 per year for a carpenter.
What is the typical salary range for a carpenter in South Africa?
Across South Africa cities we cover, carpenter pay commonly spans from about R 164 000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about R 459 800 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many South Africa cities have carpenter salary data?
Pay by Role publishes carpenter pay for 12 cities in South Africa, all shown in ZAR.
Is carpenter in demand in South Africa?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +4% over the next decade. Related skilled trades roles on Pay by Role include Electrician, Plumber, Chef.