How much does a Mechanical Engineer earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Mechanical Engineer in Nigeria ranges from NGN 294,339 to NGN 397,170 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 183 job listings

Salary Guide

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Nigeria

Based on 183 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦294,339 - ₦397,170

Median salary

₦294,339 - ₦397,170

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦153K

25th percentile₦192K

Median₦294K

75th percentile₦397K

90th percentile₦457K

50% of professionals earn between ₦191,509 - ₦397,170 NGN

The median salary is ₦294,339

Top cities

Lagos70 job openings

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Mechanical Engineer

183 job openings

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The average salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Nigeria is NGN 294,339 - NGN 397,170 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 345,755 per year, based on 183 active job listings.

The cities with the most Mechanical Engineer job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Port Harcourt, Abuja, Lagos State, Ikoyi. Lagos leads with 70 job openings.

Explore 183 Mechanical Engineer job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.