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HR Manager Salary in South Africa

HR managers lead hiring, culture, benefits, and employee relations. The South Africa median is $32,349 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$32,349
per year
Monthly (national)
$2,697
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$32,349
Cape Town, ZA
Hourly (national)
$15.55
varies by city

HR Manager salary by city in South Africa

CityPer year
Cape Town, ZA$32,349
Durban, ZA$32,349
Pretoria, ZA$32,349
Gqeberha, ZA$32,349
Pietermaritzburg, ZA$32,349
Bloemfontein, ZA$32,349
East London, ZA$32,349
Vereeniging, ZA$32,349
Welkom, ZA$32,349
Newcastle, ZA$32,349
Krugersdorp, ZA$32,349
Johannesburg, ZA$22,626

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a hr manager make in South Africa?
The national median hr manager salary in South Africa is about R 529 000 per year (R 44 100 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about R 370 000 to R 529 000.
Which South Africa city pays hr managers the most?
Cape Town, ZA pays the most at about R 529 000 per year.
Which South Africa city pays hr managers the least?
Among cities we cover, Johannesburg, ZA is on the lower end at about R 370 000 per year for a hr manager.
What is the typical salary range for a hr manager in South Africa?
Across South Africa cities we cover, hr manager pay commonly spans from about R 243 000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about R 750 100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many South Africa cities have hr manager salary data?
Pay by Role publishes hr manager pay for 12 cities in South Africa, all shown in ZAR.
Is hr manager in demand in South Africa?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +5% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Accountant, Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager.