Receptionist Salary in South Africa
R 9,149
per month
per year
R 109,800
per year
per month
Receptionist Average Salary
The average salary for a Receptionist in SA is R 9 149 gross per month (R 109 800 gross per year), which is 61% lower than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Receptionist can expect an average starting salary of R 4 048. The highest salaries can exceed R 13 190.
Salary Range: a Receptionist can expect an average starting salary of R 4 048. The highest salaries can exceed R 13 190.
R 4,048
Low
R 9,149
Average salary
R 13,190
High
R 48,600
Low
R 109,800
Average salary
R 158,300
High
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Receptionist Salary Range - South Africa
Among Receptionists in South Africa, Gym Receptionists or Hotel Receptionists tend to have the lowest salaries, while experienced Front Desk Receptionists, Dental Receptionists or Medical Receptionists enjoy the highest salaries.
Receptionist - Salary Differences
| Job | Salary | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Receptionist | R 116K/year | +6% |
| Dental Receptionist | R 112K/year | +2% |
| Front Desk Receptionist | R 110K/year | ±0% |
| Hotel Receptionist | R 94K/year | -14% |
| Gym Receptionist | R 73K/year | -34% |
Receptionist - Pay by Experience Level
In South Africa, an Entry Level Receptionist with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average basic salary of R 5 000 gross per month. A mid career Receptionist with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 8 600, while an experienced Receptionist with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 10 000. Receptionists with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 12 000 monthly.
How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Receptionist in SA
| Late Career | ▲ +31% |
| Experienced | ▲ +9% |
| Average Salary | R 9,149/month |
| Mid Career | ▼ -6% |
| Entry Level | ▼ -45% |
Gender Breakdown
Female
78%
78%
Male
22%
22%
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Receptionist - Related Salaries
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