▲4%
R139,014
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 97k
MEDIAN
ZAR 139k
90%
ZAR 180k
The average salary for a Laboratory Clerk is R139,014 in 2025
Base Salary
R97k - R180k
Bonus
R10k - R15k
Total Pay
R100k - R194k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Laboratory Clerks?
What Do Laboratory Clerks Do?
Laboratory Clerk Tasks
- Receive samples and prepare them for lab work.
- Manage general phone and email contact with the public.
- Receive visitors while supporting the laboratory in administrative capacities.
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Common Health Benefits for a Laboratory Clerk
Medical
88%
Dental
13%
Vision
13%
None
13%
Gender Breakdown for Laboratory Clerks
Female
75.0%
Male
25.0%
This data is based on 8 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Laboratory Clerks
What is the highest pay for Laboratory Clerks?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Laboratory Clerk is ZAR 180k / year
What is the lowest pay for Laboratory Clerks?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Laboratory Clerk is ZAR 97k / year
How can Laboratory Clerks increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Laboratory Clerk 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 Laboratory Clerk that oversees more junior Laboratory Clerks, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.