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Content Strategist

Average Early-Career Content Strategist with Strategy Skills Salary in South Africa

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R214,915
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 80k
MEDIAN
ZAR 215k
90%
ZAR 364k

The average salary for a Content Strategist is R214,915 in 2025

Base Salary
R80k - R364k
Bonus
R0 - R13k
Total Pay
R83k - R1m
Based on 16 salary profiles (last updated Dec 07 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Content Strategist

Medical
21%
None
79%

Gender Breakdown for Content Strategists

Female
83.3%
Male
16.7%
This data is based on 12 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Content Strategists

What is the highest pay for Content Strategists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Content Strategist is ZAR 364k / year

What is the lowest pay for Content Strategists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Content Strategist is ZAR 80k / year

How can Content Strategists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Content Strategist 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 a Content Strategist that oversees more junior Content Strategists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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