Product Designer Salary in City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality
Tshwane, anchored by Pretoria, is a city in the region. Product designers find employment locally. Living costs in the area differ from those in Johannesburg.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
R180,000 to R265,000
Average (per year)
R220,000
Government projects and educational tech initiatives hire junior designers in Pretoria's research sectors.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
R266,000 to R410,000
Average (per year)
R340,000
Mid-level roles are found in local agencies, SaaS startups, and public sector digital teams.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
R411,000 to R540,000
Average (per year)
R460,000
Senior designers consult on system redesigns for universities and government digital services.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
R541,000+
Principal designers lead multidisciplinary teams and advise on digital transformation in public institutions.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
R90 - R140
per hour
Mid-level
R141 - R260
per hour
Senior
R261 - R390
per hour