What is the median salary for Data Scientist in Sandton?

The median salary for Data Scientist in Sandton is ZAR 800 000 - ZAR 1 100 000 per year.

How does the Data Scientist salary in Sandton compare to the national average?

The national average salary for Data Scientist in South Africa is ZAR 800 000 - ZAR 850 000, while in Sandton it is ZAR 800 000 - ZAR 1 100 000.

Which companies hire the most Data Scientist professionals in Sandton?

Top companies hiring Data Scientist in Sandton include Pepkor Lifestyle, Boardroom Appointments, Bespoke Labs.

Data Scientist Salary in South Africa

Data Scientist Salary in Sandton

Based on 75 job listings - Sandton, South Africa 2026

Average salary

R 800 000 - R 1 100 000

Median salary

R 800 000 - R 1 100 000

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Sandton

Average salary

800 000 - 1 100 000

Median salary

800 000 - 1 100 000

75 job openings

South Africa

Average salary

800 000 - 850 000

Median salary

800 000 - 850 000

1 710 job openings

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Top companies hiring

Pepkor Lifestyle8

Boardroom Appointments3

Bespoke Labs2

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The average salary for a Data Scientist in Sandton, South Africa is ZAR 800 000 - ZAR 1 100 000 per year in 2026, based on 75 job listings.

Leading employers for Data Scientist roles in South Africa include Pepkor Lifestyle, Boardroom Appointments, Bespoke Labs.

Explore 75 Data Scientist job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.