How much does a registered nurse make in Nigeria?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₦48,970 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $397
- 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 | $110,700 |
| 2. United States | $102,500 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $90,870 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $1,032 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $397 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Midwife₦582,200
- Doctor₦807,500
- Specialist doctor₦972,900
- Traditional therapist₦444,000
- Paramedical practitioners₦632,300
- Veterinarian₦599,800
- Dentist₦675,200
- Pharmacist₦615,200
Frequently asked questions
How much does a registered nurse make a month in Nigeria?
The median gross salary is ₦48,970 a month, ₦587,700 a year.
How much does a registered nurse make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₦512,900 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₦672,300.
Which country pays a registered nurse the most?
United States, with a median of $102,500 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a registered nurse make more in Nigeria or in United States?
In United States: $102,500 a year against $397 in Nigeria, 257.9 times more.
Who makes more, a registered nurse or a doctor?
A doctor: ₦807,500 a year against ₦587,700 for a registered nurse, 1.4 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate