How much does a CMO earn in South Africa?

The estimated salary for CMO in South Africa ranges from ZAR 900 000 to ZAR 3 000 000 ZAR per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 20 job listings

How much does a CMO earn in South Africa?

The average salary for a CMO in South Africa is ZAR 1 700 000 - ZAR 1 955 000 per year.

Salary Guide

CMO Salary in South Africa

Based on 20 job listings - 2026

Average salary

R 900 000 - R 3 000 000

Median salary

R 1 700 000 - R 1 955 000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentileR 765K

25th percentileR 900K

MedianR 2M

75th percentileR 3M

90th percentileR 3M

50% of professionals earn between R 900 000 - R 3 000 000 ZAR

The median salary is R 1 700 000

Top companies hiring

RecruitMyMom2

Ultra Personnel2

GVW Group1

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The average salary for a CMO in South Africa is ZAR 900 000 - ZAR 3 000 000 per year in 2026. The median salary is ZAR 1 827 500 per year, based on 20 active job listings.

Leading employers for CMO roles in South Africa include RecruitMyMom, Ultra Personnel, GVW Group.

Explore 20 CMO job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.