How much does an electrician make in Nigeria?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₦46,630 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $378
- Compared with the median pay in Nigeria
- 0.9 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where Nigeria ranks among 144 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. Iceland estimate | $86,310 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $84,310 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $78,900 |
| 142. Malawi estimate | $602 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $378 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $152 |
Similar jobs
Craft and related trades workers
- Car electrician₦594,800
- Electric powerline worker₦658,900
- Avionics mechanic₦588,200
- Fire alarm technician₦570,900
Frequently asked questions
How much does an electrician make a month in Nigeria?
The median gross salary is ₦46,630 a month, ₦559,600 a year.
How much does an electrician make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₦478,700 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₦694,100.
Which country pays an electrician the most?
Australia, with a median of $68,470 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an electrician make more in Nigeria or in United States?
In United States: $62,990 a year against $378 in Nigeria, 166.5 times more.
Who makes more, an electrician or a car electrician?
A car electrician: ₦594,800 a year against ₦559,600 for an electrician, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate