How much does a Teacher earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Teacher in Nigeria ranges from NGN 50,000 to NGN 87,500 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 440 job listings

Salary Guide

Teacher Salary in Nigeria

Based on 440 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦50,000 - ₦87,500

Median salary

₦50,000 - ₦87,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦38K

25th percentile₦47K

Median₦50K

75th percentile₦88K

90th percentile₦101K

50% of professionals earn between ₦47,356 - ₦87,500 NGN

The median salary is ₦50,000

Top cities

Lagos91 job openings

Abuja33 job openings

Ibadan22 job openings

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Teacher

440 job openings

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The average salary for a Teacher in Nigeria is NGN 50,000 - NGN 87,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 68,750 per year, based on 440 active job listings.

The cities with the most Teacher job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan, Lekki, Port Harcourt. Lagos leads with 91 job openings.

Explore 440 Teacher job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.