How much does a chemist make in Nigeria?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₦48,010 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $390
- Compared with the median pay in Nigeria
- 1.0 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where Nigeria ranks among 144 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. Switzerland estimate | $108,500 |
| 2. United States | $92,530 |
| 3. Germany | $89,610 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $1,012 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $390 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Astrophysicist₦684,800
- Meteorologist₦631,000
- 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 a chemist make a month in Nigeria?
The median gross salary is ₦48,010 a month, ₦576,100 a year.
How much does a chemist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₦480,700 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₦721,800.
Which country pays a chemist the most?
United States, with a median of $92,530 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a chemist make more in Nigeria or in United States?
In United States: $92,530 a year against $390 in Nigeria, 237.6 times more.
Who makes more, a chemist or an astrophysicist?
An astrophysicist: ₦684,800 a year against ₦576,100 for a chemist, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate