Veterinarian Salary in South Africa
R 467,571
per year
per month
R 38,960
per month
per year
Veterinarian Average Salary
The average salary for a Veterinarian in SA is R 467 571 gross per year (R 38 960 gross per month), which is 66% higher than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Veterinarian can expect an average starting salary of R 299 200. The highest salaries can exceed R 790 850.
Salary Range: a Veterinarian can expect an average starting salary of R 299 200. The highest salaries can exceed R 790 850.
R 299,200
Low
R 467,571
Average salary
R 790,850
High
R 24,930
Low
R 38,960
Average salary
R 65,900
High
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Vet Salary Range - South Africa
Among Veterinarians registered with the SAVC (South African Veterinary Council), Graduate Vets tend to have the lowest salaries, while experienced Wildlife Veterinarians or State Veterinarians enjoy the highest salaries.
Veterinarian - Salary Differences
| Job | Salary | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| State Veterinarian | R 580K/year | +24% |
| Wildlife Veterinarian | R 491K/year | +5% |
| Small Animal Veterinarian | R 383K/year | -18% |
Veterinarian - Pay by Experience Level
In South Africa, an Entry Level Veterinarian with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 27 000 gross per month. A mid career Veterinarian with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 35 000, while a Senior Veterinarian with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 46 000. Veterinarians with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 50 000 monthly.
How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Veterinarian in SA
| Late Career | ▲ +28% |
| Senior | ▲ +18% |
| Average Salary | R 38,960/month |
| Mid Career | ▼ -10% |
| Entry Level | ▼ -31% |
Gender Breakdown
Female
47%
47%
Male
53%
53%
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Veterinarian - Related Salaries
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