Pensions in South Africa in Australian dollars

South Africa
970 A$

Average pension in South Africa

As of 1 February 2025 the average pension in South Africa is 970 A$. The old-age pension in South Africa - 1 170 A$, disability pension 920 A$, survivor`s pension 630 A$, and the social pension is 630 A$.

Pensions in South Africa in 2025 and 2024

The average pension in South Africa in 2024 was 910 A$, and in 2025 - 970 A$. The growth of the average pension in South Africa for the year was 58 A$.

2025

Average pension 970 A$
Old Age Pension 1 170 A$
Disability pension 920 A$
Survivor`s pension 630 A$
Social Pension 870 A$

2024

Average pension 910 A$
Old Age Pension 1 100 A$
Disability pension 870 A$
Survivor`s pension 590 A$
Social Pension 820 A$

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place is occupied by South Africa in the ranking of countries by pension size

Retirement age in South Africa

The retirement age for old age in South Africa comes at 60 years years for men and at 60 years years for women.

Men 60
Women 60

120

place is occupied by South Africa in the ranking of countries by retirement age

Life expectancy in South Africa

The average life expectancy in South Africa is 61 years years for men and 68 years years for women.

General 64
Men 61
Women 68

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place is occupied by South Africa in the ranking of countries by life expectancy