How much does a Physician earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Physician in Nigeria ranges from NGN 47,356 to NGN 65,517 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 267 job listings

Salary Guide

Physician Salary in Nigeria

Based on 267 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦47,356 - ₦65,517

Median salary

₦47,356 - ₦65,517

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦38K

25th percentile₦47K

Median₦47K

75th percentile₦66K

90th percentile₦75K

50% of professionals earn between ₦47,356 - ₦65,517 NGN

The median salary is ₦47,356

Top cities

Lagos53 job openings

Abuja28 job openings

Top companies hiring

Confidential11

Thompson School District3

Danida - Udenrigsministeriet2

EHA Clinics2

Seventh Day Adventist Hospital2

Woodgate structure limited2

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Physician

267 job openings

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The average salary for a Physician in Nigeria is NGN 47,356 - NGN 65,517 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 56,437 per year, based on 267 active job listings.

The cities with the most Physician job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Abuja, Kafanchan, Ibadan, Awe. Lagos leads with 53 job openings.

Leading employers for Physician roles in Nigeria include Confidential, Thompson School District, Danida - Udenrigsministeriet, EHA Clinics, Seventh Day Adventist Hospital.

Explore 267 Physician job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.