▼10%
R420,000
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 65k
MEDIAN
ZAR 420k
90%
ZAR 974k
The average salary for a Patent Attorney is R420,000 in 2025
Base Salary
R65k - R974k
Bonus
R20k - R60k
Profit Sharing
R0 - R19k
Total Pay
R65k - R1m
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Common Health Benefits for a Patent Attorney
Medical
43%
Dental
29%
Vision
29%
None
57%
Gender Breakdown for Patent Attorneys
Female
66.7%
Male
33.3%
This data is based on 9 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Patent Attorneys
What is the highest pay for Patent Attorneys?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Patent Attorney is ZAR 974k / year
What is the lowest pay for Patent Attorneys?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Patent Attorney is ZAR 65k / year
How can Patent Attorneys increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Patent Attorney 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 Patent Attorney that oversees more junior Patent Attorneys, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.