🇺🇸 USD to 🇿🇦 ZAR Historical Exchange Rates 2026
Monthly mid-market rates for the past 12 months. 12-month change: ▼ 4.63%
| Month | 1 USD = | Change |
|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | R16.5458 ZAR | ▲ 2.41% |
| September 2026 | R16.1558 ZAR | ▼ 1.91% |
| August 2026 | R16.4698 ZAR | ▲ 0.22% |
| July 2026 | R16.4336 ZAR | ▲ 1.11% |
| June 2026 | R16.2536 ZAR | ▼ 2.82% |
| May 2026 | R16.7248 ZAR | ▼ 0.34% |
| April 2026 | R16.7811 ZAR | ▲ 3.84% |
| March 2026 | R16.1613 ZAR | ▲ 0.83% |
| February 2026 | R16.0282 ZAR | ▼ 2.94% |
| January 2026 | R16.5140 ZAR | ▼ 3.29% |
| December 2025 | R17.0756 ZAR | ▼ 1.35% |
| November 2025 | R17.3088 ZAR | ▼ 0.23% |
| October 2025 | R17.3490 ZAR | — |
FAQ
What is the current USD to ZAR rate?
As of October 2026, 1 US Dollar = R16.545800 South African Rand. See the live rate →
How has the USD/ZAR rate changed over 12 months?
The rate moved from 17.349000 (October 2025) to 16.545800 (October 2026), a change of -4.63% over 12 months.
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