50% of professionals earn between R 168 000 - R 280 000 ZAR
The median salary is R 220 000
The average salary for a Receptionist in South Africa is ZAR 168 000 - ZAR 280 000 per year in 2026. The median salary is ZAR 250 000 per year, based on 6 247 active job listings.
The cities with the most Receptionist job opportunities in South Africa are Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Sandton. Cape Town leads with 1 393 job openings.
Leading employers for Receptionist roles in South Africa include Marriott International, Pty, MedE Recruit, Crew Life at Sea, Restaurant Staff.
Explore 6 247 Receptionist job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.