How much does a Psychologist earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Psychologist in Nigeria ranges from NGN 11,813,000 to NGN 22,052,000 NGN per year, depending on experience and location.

The average salary for a Psychologist in Nigeria is NGN 14,243,500 - NGN 19,363,000 per year.

Psychologist Salary in Nigeria

Salary estimate - 2026

Average salary

₦11,813,000 - ₦22,052,000

Median salary

₦14,243,500 - ₦19,363,000

Lower rangeUpper range

10th percentile₦9M

25th percentile₦12M

Median₦17M

75th percentile₦22M

90th percentile₦29M

50% of professionals earn between ₦11,813,000 - ₦22,052,000 NGN

The median salary is ₦16,674,000

NGN 11,815,000 - 18,763,000-10%

NGN 11,642,000 - 19,989,000-7%

NGN 12,322,000 - 19,650,000-6%

NGN 12,632,000 - 20,574,000-2%

NGN 14,432,000 - 20,768,000+4%

NGN 14,432,000 - 20,768,000+4%

NGN 12,792,000 - 18,408,000-8%

NGN 11,152,000 - 16,048,000-20%

NGN 15,466,000 - 28,967,000+31%

NGN 16,139,000 - 26,583,000+26%

Psychologist

Psychologist - Nigeria 2026: NGN 11,813,000 - NGN 22,052,000. NGN 16,803,250 (median).