▼5%
R103.28
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (ZAR)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 4.82
MEDIAN
ZAR 103.28
90%
ZAR 250.79
The average hourly pay for a Virtual Assistant is R103.28 in 2025
Hourly Rate
R5 - R251
Bonus
R250 - R100k
Commission
R0 - R20k
Total Pay
R9k - R520k
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Common Health Benefits for a Virtual Assistant
Medical
6%
None
94%
Gender Breakdown for Virtual Assistants
Female
94.9%
Male
5.1%
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FAQs About Virtual Assistants
What is the highest pay for Virtual Assistants?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Virtual Assistant is ZAR 250.79 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Virtual Assistants?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Virtual Assistant is ZAR 4.82 / hour
How can Virtual Assistants increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Virtual Assistant 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 Virtual Assistant that oversees more junior Virtual Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.