Average Apprentice Electrician Hourly Pay in South Africa

R33.79
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 19.51
MEDIAN
ZAR 33.79
90%
ZAR 64

The average hourly pay for an Apprentice Electrician is R33.79 in 2025

Hourly Rate
R20 - R64
Bonus
R1k - R27k
Total Pay
R32k - R157k
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What is the highest pay for Apprentice Electricians?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Apprentice Electrician is ZAR 64 / hour

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Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Apprentice Electrician is ZAR 19.51 / hour

How can Apprentice Electricians increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Apprentice Electrician is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Apprentice Electrician that oversees more junior Apprentice Electricians, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.