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Salaries in Nigeria
Salary data for the top 8 job roles in Nigeria in 2026. Figures are in USD unless otherwise noted.
Avg. salary (mid)
$20,875
vs. global avg
-72.9%
Currency
NGN ₦
Cost of living
22 / 100
Average Salary in Nigeria by Experience
Average across all tracked roles · USD
Entry-level
0–2 yrs
$10.1K
Mid-level
3–5 yrs
$20.9K
Senior
6+ yrs
$41.9K
Cost of living index: 22/100 · PPP factor: 4.20x vs. USD
Top Roles by Salary
Median annual salary in USD · Mid-level experience
Salary by Role
| Role | Level | Min | Median | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-level | $40K | $65K | $100K | |
| Mid-level | $15K | $26K | $42K | |
LawyerNGN | Mid-level | $12K | $22K | $38K |
| Mid-level | $9K | $15K | $24K | |
| Mid-level | $8K | $14K | $22K | |
AccountantNGN | Mid-level | $7K | $12K | $19K |
| Mid-level | $4.5K | $7K | $11K | |
| Mid-level | $3.8K | $6K | $9.5K |
Source: Aggregated public data 2025–2026. All figures in USD.
Frequently Asked Questions
The average mid-level salary in Nigeria is $20,875 per year, which is -72.9% compared to the global average of $77,108. Salaries vary significantly by industry, experience level, and city.
Last updated: · Source: Aggregated public data (BLS, Glassdoor, LinkedIn, PayScale).