How much does a Data Engineer earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Data Engineer in Nigeria ranges from NGN 47,356 to NGN 47,356 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 60 job listings

Salary Guide

Data Engineer Salary in Nigeria

Based on 60 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦47,356 - ₦47,356

Median salary

₦47,356 - ₦47,356

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦38K

25th percentile₦47K

Median₦47K

75th percentile₦47K

90th percentile₦54K

50% of professionals earn between ₦47,356 - ₦47,356 NGN

The median salary is ₦47,356

Top cities

Lagos28 job openings

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Data Engineer

60 job openings

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The average salary for a Data Engineer in Nigeria is NGN 47,356 - NGN 47,356 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 47,356 per year, based on 60 active job listings.

The cities with the most Data Engineer job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos. Lagos leads with 28 job openings.

Explore 60 Data Engineer job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.