How much does a psychologist make in Nigeria?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₦48,350 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $392
- 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 | $109,300 |
| 2. United States | $100,400 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $89,720 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $1,019 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $392 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Economist₦647,500
- Anthropologist₦521,900
- Historian₦545,900
- Social worker₦516,600
- Religious professionals₦460,800
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychologist make a month in Nigeria?
The median gross salary is ₦48,350 a month, ₦580,200 a year.
How much does a psychologist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₦467,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₦706,600.
Which country pays a psychologist the most?
United States, with a median of $100,400 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a psychologist make more in Nigeria or in United States?
In United States: $100,400 a year against $392 in Nigeria, 255.9 times more.
Who makes more, a psychologist or an economist?
An economist: ₦647,500 a year against ₦580,200 for a psychologist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate