▼17%
R413,688
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 231k
MEDIAN
ZAR 414k
90%
ZAR 705k
The average salary for a Data Scientist is R413,688 in 2023
Base Salary
R231k - R705k
Bonus
R10k - R102k
Profit Sharing
R2k - R218k
Total Pay
R235k - R777k
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Common Health Benefits for a Data Scientist
Medical
40%
Dental
8%
Vision
8%
None
60%
Gender Breakdown for Data Scientists
Male
65.5%
Female
34.1%
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FAQs About Data Scientists
What is the highest pay for Data Scientists?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Data Scientist is ZAR 705k / year
What is the lowest pay for Data Scientists?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Data Scientist is ZAR 231k / year
How can Data Scientists increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Data Scientist 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 a Data Scientist that oversees more junior Data Scientists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.