How much does a Physician earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Physician in Nigeria ranges from NGN 1,165,000 to NGN 1,750,000 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 148 job listings

How much does a Physician earn in Nigeria?

The average salary for a Physician in Nigeria is NGN 1,287,500 - NGN 1,580,000 per year.

Salary Guide

Physician Salary in Nigeria

Based on 148 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦1,165,000 - ₦1,750,000

Median salary

₦1,287,500 - ₦1,580,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦895K

25th percentile₦1M

Median₦1M

75th percentile₦2M

90th percentile₦2M

50% of professionals earn between ₦1,165,000 - ₦1,750,000 NGN

The median salary is ₦1,410,000

Top cities

Lagos41 job openings

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Physician

148 job openings

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The average salary for a Physician in Nigeria is NGN 1,165,000 - NGN 1,750,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 1,433,750 per year, based on 148 active job listings.

The cities with the most Physician job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Abuja, Ikeja, Lekki, Port Harcourt. Lagos leads with 41 job openings.

Explore 148 Physician job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.