Average Librarian Salary in South Africa

R231,392
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 28k
MEDIAN
ZAR 231k
90%
ZAR 410k

The average salary for a Librarian is R231,392 in 2025

Base Salary
R28k - R410k
Bonus
R30 - R45k
Profit Sharing
R0 - R12k
Total Pay
R29k - R447k
Is Average Librarian Salary in South Africa your job title? Find out what you should be paid
Use our tool to get a personalized report on your market worth.What's this?
United States (change)
How it works:
1
Enter city & years of experience
2
Add pay factors like skills & education
3
Find your market worth with a report tailored to you
EXPLORE BY:

What is the Pay by Experience Level for Librarians?

What Do Librarians Do?

Find your market worth – how it works:

FAQs About Librarians

What is the highest pay for Librarians?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Librarian is ZAR 410k / year

What is the lowest pay for Librarians?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Librarian is ZAR 28k / year

How can Librarians increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Librarian 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 Librarian that oversees more junior Librarians, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.