Data Scientist Salary in South Africa
Data Scientist Salary in Sandton
Based on 362 job listings - Sandton, South Africa 2026
Average salary
R 800 000 - R 875 000
Median salary
R 800 000 - R 800 000
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Sandton
Average salary
800 000 - 875 000
Median salary
800 000 - 800 000
362 job openings
South Africa
Average salary
800 000 - 800 000
Median salary
800 000 - 800 000
9 223 job openings
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The average salary for a Data Scientist in Sandton, South Africa is ZAR 800 000 - ZAR 875 000 per year in 2026, based on 362 job listings.
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