▼33%
R154,570
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 16k
MEDIAN
ZAR 155k
90%
ZAR 389k
The average salary for a Retail Store Manager is R154,570 in 2025
Base Salary
R16k - R389k
Bonus
R2k - R36k
Profit Sharing
R7 - R86k
Commission
R954 - R118k
Total Pay
R31k - R368k
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Common Health Benefits for a Retail Store Manager
Medical
27%
Dental
6%
Vision
6%
None
73%
Gender Breakdown for Retail Store Managers
Male
51.4%
Female
48.0%
Prefer to self-define
0.2%
This data is based on 481 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Retail Store Managers
What is the highest pay for Retail Store Managers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Retail Store Manager is ZAR 389k / year
What is the lowest pay for Retail Store Managers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Retail Store Manager is ZAR 16k / year
How can Retail Store Managers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Retail Store Manager 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 Retail Store Manager that oversees more junior Retail Store Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.