▼29%
R278,923
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 144k
MEDIAN
ZAR 279k
90%
ZAR 510k
The average salary for an Account Manager is R278,923
Base Salary
R144k - R510k
Bonus
R8k - R70k
Profit Sharing
R2k - R61k
Commission
R8k - R193k
Total Pay
R149k - R563k
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Common Health Benefits for a Account Manager
Medical
36%
Dental
6%
Vision
6%
None
64%
Gender Breakdown for Account Managers
Female
60.0%
Male
40.0%
This data is based on 402 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Account Managers
What is the highest pay for Account Managers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Account Manager is ZAR 510k / year
What is the lowest pay for Account Managers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Account Manager is ZAR 144k / year
How can Account Managers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as an Account Manager is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Account Manager that oversees more junior Account Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.