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South African Freelance Rate Benchmarks
See how your rates compare with other freelancers in South Africa across different experience levels.
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Design
Logo Design
Beginner:R150-300/hr
Intermediate:R300-600/hr
Expert:R600-1200/hr
UI/UX Design
Beginner:R200-400/hr
Intermediate:R400-800/hr
Expert:R800-1500/hr
Graphic Design
Beginner:R120-250/hr
Intermediate:R250-500/hr
Expert:R500-900/hr
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Development
Web Development
Beginner:R250-450/hr
Intermediate:R450-800/hr
Expert:R800-1500/hr
Mobile Apps
Beginner:R300-500/hr
Intermediate:R500-900/hr
Expert:R900-1800/hr
WordPress
Beginner:R180-350/hr
Intermediate:R350-650/hr
Expert:R650-1200/hr
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Marketing
Social Media
Beginner:R120-250/hr
Intermediate:R250-450/hr
Expert:R450-800/hr
SEO Services
Beginner:R200-400/hr
Intermediate:R400-700/hr
Expert:R700-1200/hr
Content Strategy
Beginner:R180-350/hr
Intermediate:R350-600/hr
Expert:R600-1000/hr
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Writing
Copywriting
Beginner:R150-300/hr
Intermediate:R300-550/hr
Expert:R550-1000/hr
Content Writing
Beginner:R100-200/hr
Intermediate:R200-400/hr
Expert:R400-750/hr
Technical Writing
Beginner:R200-400/hr
Intermediate:R400-700/hr
Expert:R700-1200/hr
Regional Considerations
These rates are based on South African market data. Rates may vary by city, with Cape Town and Johannesburg typically commanding higher rates than smaller cities. Always research your local market and adjust accordingly.
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