How much does a deep-sea fisherman make in Nigeria?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₦31,150 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $253
- Compared with the median pay in Nigeria
- 0.6 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where Nigeria ranks among 141 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $71,520 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $71,270 |
| 3. Denmark estimate | $65,280 |
| 136. Malawi estimate | $274 |
| 137. Nigeria estimate | $253 |
| 138. Rwanda estimate | $246 |
| 141. Kenya estimate | $73 |
Similar jobs
Skilled agricultural, forestry and fishery workers
- Aquaculture support worker₦394,300
- Fisheries boatman₦373,800
- Hunter₦377,200
- Forest ranger₦377,700
Frequently asked questions
How much does a deep-sea fisherman make a month in Nigeria?
The median gross salary is ₦31,150 a month, ₦373,800 a year.
How much does a deep-sea fisherman make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₦316,100 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₦445,100.
Which country pays a deep-sea fisherman the most?
United States, with a median of $59,320 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a deep-sea fisherman make more in Nigeria or in United States?
In United States: $59,320 a year against $253 in Nigeria, 234.7 times more.
Who makes more, a deep-sea fisherman or an aquaculture support worker?
An aquaculture support worker: ₦394,300 a year against ₦373,800 for a deep-sea fisherman, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate