Is R25000 enough to live in Johannesburg?

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on 14 Oct 2014

Hi guys, im a 23 year old considering moving to Johannesburg with my husband who has been given a job there starting him at R25000 per month. We have no kids. I have no job yet but i am a qualified chartered accountant. Do you think R25000 is enough in Johannesburg to start off there?

Anonymous (not verified) on 15 Oct 2014 - 10:24

Thanks Dave, whats the tax rate/percentage for expats working in South Africa?

Anonymous (not verified) on 15 Oct 2014 - 08:21

That's a modest salary, especially if tax comes off - leaving you with R18 000. Rental two bedroom apartment at R10 000 - not a lot left!

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