How much does a Physician earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Physician in Nigeria ranges from NGN 85,000 to NGN 104,339 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 170 job listings

Salary Guide

Physician Salary in Nigeria

Based on 170 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦85,000 - ₦104,339

Median salary

₦85,000 - ₦104,339

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦38K

25th percentile₦47K

Median₦85K

75th percentile₦104K

90th percentile₦120K

50% of professionals earn between ₦47,356 - ₦104,339 NGN

The median salary is ₦85,000

Top cities

Lagos32 job openings

Abuja28 job openings

Top companies hiring

Margaret Lawrence University Teaching Hospital (MLUTH)2

Uprightmarket2

Dragnet Solutions Limited1

Nidus Consultants1

Shalina Healthcare1

Sigma Consulting Group1

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Physician

170 job openings

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The average salary for a Physician in Nigeria is NGN 85,000 - NGN 104,339 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 94,670 per year, based on 170 active job listings.

The cities with the most Physician job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Abuja, Lekki, Lege, Abia. Lagos leads with 32 job openings.

Leading employers for Physician roles in Nigeria include Margaret Lawrence University Teaching Hospital (MLUTH), Uprightmarket, Dragnet Solutions Limited, Nidus Consultants, Shalina Healthcare.

Explore 170 Physician job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.