Sonographer Salary in South Africa
R 458,610
per year
per month
R 38,220
per month
per year
Sonographer Average Salary
The average salary for a Sonographer in SA is R 458 610 gross per year (R 38 220 gross per month), which is 62% higher than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer can expect an average starting salary of R 318 340. The highest salaries can exceed R 609 500.
Salary Range: a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer can expect an average starting salary of R 318 340. The highest salaries can exceed R 609 500.
R 318,340
Low
R 458,610
Average salary
R 609,500
High
R 26,530
Low
R 38,220
Average salary
R 50,790
High
Sonographer Salary Range - South Africa
Among Sonographers registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), early career Diagnostic Medical Sonographers tend to have the lowest salaries, while more experienced Medical Sonographers/ Ultrasound Technicians enjoy the highest salaries.
Sonographer - Pay by Experience Level
In South Africa, an Entry Level Sonographer with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 30 000 gross per month. An intermediate level Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 37 000, while a Senior Sonographer with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 43 000. Medical Sonographers with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 48 000 monthly.
How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Sonographer in SA
| Late Career | ▲ +26% |
| Senior | ▲ +13% |
| Average Salary | R 38,220/month |
| Intermediate Level | ▼ -3% |
| Entry Level | ▼ -22% |
Gender Breakdown
Female
84%
84%
Male
16%
16%
Sonographer - Related Salaries
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