How much does a Interpreter earn in South Africa?

The estimated salary for Interpreter in South Africa ranges from ZAR 180 000 to ZAR 450 000 ZAR per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 28 job listings

How much does a Interpreter earn in South Africa?

The average salary for a Interpreter in South Africa is ZAR 280 000 - ZAR 450 000 per year.

Salary Guide

Interpreter Salary in South Africa

Based on 28 job listings - 2026

Average salary

R 180 000 - R 450 000

Median salary

R 280 000 - R 450 000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentileR 144K

25th percentileR 180K

MedianR 280K

75th percentileR 450K

90th percentileR 518K

50% of professionals earn between R 180 000 - R 450 000 ZAR

The median salary is R 280 000

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Interpreter

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The average salary for a Interpreter in South Africa is ZAR 180 000 - ZAR 450 000 per year in 2026. The median salary is ZAR 365 000 per year, based on 28 active job listings.

The cities with the most Interpreter job opportunities in South Africa are Johannesburg. Johannesburg leads with 11 job openings.

Explore 28 Interpreter job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.