R309,634
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 277k
MEDIAN
ZAR 310k
75%
ZAR 326k
The average salary for a Design Architect is R309,634 in 2025
Base Salary
R277k - R326k
Bonus
R22k - R29k
Total Pay
R300k - R354k
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Common Health Benefits for a Design Architect
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100%
Gender Breakdown for Design Architects
Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
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FAQs About Design Architects
What is the highest pay for Design Architects?
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How can Design Architects increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Design Architect 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 Design Architect that oversees more junior Design Architects, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.