Service Designer Salary in Mthatha, Eastern Cape
Mthatha includes NGOs and government offices. Salaries reflect local demand.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
R147,000 to R199,000
Average (per year)
R170,000
First jobs include work with NGOs or local government.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
R200,000 to R266,000
Average (per year)
R230,000
Mid-career designers contribute to projects in education, healthcare, or community development.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
R267,000 to R335,000
Average (per year)
R295,000
Senior designers manage projects for the Department of Health or regional tech initiatives.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
R336,000+
Principal roles focus on strategy for large-scale public sector transformation or consulting.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
R105 - R160
per hour
Mid-level
R160 - R230
per hour
Senior
R230 - R320
per hour