How much does an astrophysicist make in Nigeria?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₦57,070 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $463
- Compared with the median pay in Nigeria
- 1.1 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where Nigeria ranks among 143 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. United States | $168,200 |
| 2. Switzerland estimate | $129,000 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $105,900 |
| 142. Malawi estimate | $1,203 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $463 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Meteorologist₦631,000
- Chemist₦576,100
- Geologist₦638,700
- Actuary₦620,800
- Zoologist₦589,600
- Forestry advisor₦570,900
- Environmental protection professionals₦541,600
- Industrial engineer₦638,800
Frequently asked questions
How much does an astrophysicist make a month in Nigeria?
The median gross salary is ₦57,070 a month, ₦684,800 a year.
How much does an astrophysicist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₦513,100 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₦823,500.
Which country pays an astrophysicist the most?
United States, with a median of $168,200 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an astrophysicist make more in Nigeria or in United States?
In United States: $168,200 a year against $463 in Nigeria, 363.2 times more.
Who makes more, an astrophysicist or a meteorologist?
An astrophysicist: ₦684,800 a year against ₦631,000 for a meteorologist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate