Forensic Scientist Salary in South Africa
R 287,613
per year
per month
R 23,970
per month
per year
Forensic Science Average Salary
The average salary for a Forensic Scientist in SA is R 287 613 gross per year (R 23 970 gross per month), which is 2% higher than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Forensic Scientist can expect an average starting salary of R 150 880. The highest salaries can exceed R 408 000.
Salary Range: a Forensic Scientist can expect an average starting salary of R 150 880. The highest salaries can exceed R 408 000.
R 150,880
Low
R 287,613
Average salary
R 408,000
High
R 12,570
Low
R 23,970
Average salary
R 34,000
High
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Forensic Science Salary Range - South Africa
Among Forensic Scientists and Forensic Science Technicians in South Africa, new graduates with a Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Science and Technology or a degree in Genetics, Biochemistry, Microbiology or Molecular Biology tend to have the lowest salaries, while more experienced Forensic Examiners or Forensic Scientists specialized in DNA analysis enjoy the highest salaries.
Forensic Scientist - Pay by Experience Level
In South Africa, an Entry Level Forensic Scientist with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 15 000 gross per month. A mid career Forensic Scientist with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 22 000, while a Senior Forensic Scientist with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 28 000. Forensic Scientists with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 30 000 a month.
How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Forensic Scientist in SA
| Late Career | ▲ +25% |
| Senior | ▲ +17% |
| Average Salary | R 23,970/month |
| Mid Career | ▼ -8% |
| Entry Level | ▼ -37% |
Gender Breakdown
Female
39%
39%
Male
61%
61%
Forensic Scientist - Related Salaries
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