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Marketing Assistant

Average Early-Career Marketing Assistant with Digital Marketing Skills Salary in South Africa

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R118,753
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 15k
MEDIAN
ZAR 119k
90%
ZAR 250k

The average salary for a Marketing Assistant is R118,753 in 2025

Base Salary
R15k - R250k
Bonus
R1k - R44k
Profit Sharing
R0 - R67k
Total Pay
R23k - R266k
Based on 54 salary profiles (last updated Dec 17 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Marketing Assistant

Medical
29%
None
71%

Gender Breakdown for Marketing Assistants

Female
75.0%
Male
25.0%
This data is based on 32 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Marketing Assistants

What is the highest pay for Marketing Assistants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Marketing Assistant is ZAR 250k / year

What is the lowest pay for Marketing Assistants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Marketing Assistant is ZAR 15k / year

How can Marketing Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Marketing Assistant 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 Marketing Assistant that oversees more junior Marketing Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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