How much does a Translator earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Translator in Nigeria ranges from NGN 375,000 to NGN 412,500 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 98 job listings

Salary Guide

Translator Salary in Nigeria

Based on 98 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦375,000 - ₦412,500

Median salary

₦375,000 - ₦412,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦255K

25th percentile₦319K

Median₦375K

75th percentile₦413K

90th percentile₦474K

50% of professionals earn between ₦318,750 - ₦412,500 NGN

The median salary is ₦375,000

Top cities

Top companies hiring

Miniso Nigeria (Shengway Global Merchant Ltd.)2

AVATAR New Energy Materials Company1

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Translator

98 job openings

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The average salary for a Translator in Nigeria is NGN 375,000 - NGN 412,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 393,750 per year, based on 98 active job listings.

The cities with the most Translator job opportunities in Nigeria are Abuja, Lagos, Port Harcourt, Lagos State, Maiduguri. Abuja leads with 13 job openings.

Leading employers for Translator roles in Nigeria include Miniso Nigeria (Shengway Global Merchant Ltd.), AVATAR New Energy Materials Company, CIG Motors, Gartmore Group, Jobberman.

Explore 98 Translator job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.