What are the highest paying jobs in Ethiopia?

Top-paying jobs in Ethiopia typically include surgeons, software engineers, finance managers, and senior consultants.

What is the cost of living in Ethiopia?

Ethiopia has a cost of living index of 15/100 and a purchasing power parity (PPP) factor of 6.00. This means a salary of $50,000 in Ethiopia has roughly the local purchasing power of $8,333 in the United States.

What currency are salaries paid in Ethiopia?

Salaries in Ethiopia are typically paid in ETB (Br). All figures on this page are converted to USD at current exchange rates for fair cross-country comparison.

How does Ethiopia compare to other countries for salary?

Ethiopia salaries are -100.0% compared to the global average. Use our compare tool to see how Ethiopia stacks up against any other country side-by-side, including PPP-adjusted purchasing power.

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Salaries in Ethiopia

Salary data for the top 0 job roles in Ethiopia in 2026. Figures are in USD unless otherwise noted.

Avg. salary (mid)

vs. global avg

-100.0%

Currency

ETB Br

Cost of living

15 / 100

Salary by Role

Role	Level	Min	Median	Max

Source: Aggregated public data 2025–2026. All figures in USD.

Frequently Asked Questions

The average mid-level salary in Ethiopia is $0 per year, which is -100.0% compared to the global average of $77,108. Salaries vary significantly by industry, experience level, and city.

Last updated: May 9, 2026 · Source: Aggregated public data (BLS, Glassdoor, LinkedIn, PayScale).