How much does a Physician earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Physician in Nigeria ranges from NGN 47,356 to NGN 90,000 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 141 job listings

Salary Guide

Physician Salary in Nigeria

Based on 141 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦47,356 - ₦90,000

Median salary

₦47,356 - ₦90,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦38K

25th percentile₦47K

Median₦47K

75th percentile₦90K

90th percentile₦104K

50% of professionals earn between ₦47,356 - ₦90,000 NGN

The median salary is ₦47,356

Top cities

Lagos34 job openings

Abuja22 job openings

Top companies hiring

African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)1

Atutechs C Limited1

CARING HABITAT1

CARPA HEALTHCARE NIGERIA LIMITED1

Dorisfit Gym and SPA1

JP Gramm1

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Physician

141 job openings

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The average salary for a Physician in Nigeria is NGN 47,356 - NGN 90,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 68,678 per year, based on 141 active job listings.

The cities with the most Physician job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Abuja, Lagos State, Lekki. Lagos leads with 34 job openings.

Leading employers for Physician roles in Nigeria include African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), Atutechs C Limited, CARING HABITAT, CARPA HEALTHCARE NIGERIA LIMITED, Dorisfit Gym and SPA.

Explore 141 Physician job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.