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Science and Technical Services Average Salaries in Nigeria 2024

How much money does a person working in Science and Technical Services make in Nigeria?


Average Monthly Salary
442,000 NGN
( 5,300,000 NGN yearly)

LOW
164,000
NGN
AVERAGE
442,000
NGN
HIGH
756,000
NGN
All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

A person working in Science and Technical Services in Nigeria typically earns around 442,000 NGN. Salaries range from 164,000 NGN (lowest average) to 756,000 NGN (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).


Salary Variance

The provided figure represents the median compensation that encompasses housing, transportation, and other perks. The salaries within the Science and Technical Services domain in Nigeria exhibit significant discrepancies across various professions. In case you seek information about the remuneration of a specific position, please refer to the salaries listed below for respective job titles.

Salaries for specific jobs

Job TitleAverage Salary
Science and Technical Services
3D Lab Technologist301,000 NGN
3D Printing Specialist304,000 NGN
Algorithm Developer411,000 NGN
Analytical Chemist614,000 NGN
Anthropologist471,000 NGN
Archeologist428,000 NGN
Assistant Breeder217,000 NGN
Astronomer741,000 NGN
Atmospheric and Space Scientist619,000 NGN
Behavior Analyst395,000 NGN
Behavior Intervention Specialist462,000 NGN
Behavior Specialist412,000 NGN
Biochemist659,000 NGN
Biofuels Processing Technician277,000 NGN
Biofuels Production Manager470,000 NGN
Biologist711,000 NGN
Biomedical Laboratory Officer267,000 NGN
Biomedical Scientist743,000 NGN
Biophysicist717,000 NGN
Chemical Engineer340,000 NGN
Chemical Technologist299,000 NGN
Chemist640,000 NGN
Chief Robotics Integration Officer520,000 NGN
Chief Technologist578,000 NGN
Climate Change Analyst446,000 NGN
Clinical Laboratory Scientist740,000 NGN
Computer Scientist531,000 NGN
Conservation Scientist583,000 NGN
Data Science Specialist433,000 NGN
Data Scientist517,000 NGN
DNA Analyst714,000 NGN
Ecologist543,000 NGN
Economic Development Specialist526,000 NGN
Flavourist219,000 NGN
Food Scientist435,000 NGN
Forensic Scientist545,000 NGN
Formulation Technologist261,000 NGN
Fraud Investigator317,000 NGN
Genomics Scientist732,000 NGN
Geographer377,000 NGN
Geographic Information Systems Technician231,000 NGN
Geological Data Technician233,000 NGN
Geological Technician293,000 NGN
Geologist599,000 NGN
Geomatics Scientist570,000 NGN
Geophysical Data Technician224,000 NGN
Geospatial Information Scientist and Technologist529,000 NGN
Global Technical Lead744,000 NGN
Hydrologist441,000 NGN
Industrial Ecologist493,000 NGN
Intelligence Analyst397,000 NGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Architect376,000 NGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Compliance Analyst376,000 NGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Consultant384,000 NGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Engineer341,000 NGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Integration Specialist351,000 NGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Logistics Analyst300,000 NGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Security Analyst298,000 NGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Specialist323,000 NGN
Internet of Things (IoT) Technician262,000 NGN
Knowledge Management Specialist337,000 NGN
Lab Analyst293,000 NGN
Lab Manager475,000 NGN
Lab Technician202,000 NGN
Laboratory Manager495,000 NGN
Laboratory Researcher322,000 NGN
Laboratory Technician201,000 NGN
Life Sciences Analyst483,000 NGN
Life Scientist571,000 NGN
Marine Architect423,000 NGN
Marine Biologist510,000 NGN
Marine Superintendent285,000 NGN
Materials Analyst296,000 NGN
Materials Scientist523,000 NGN
Mathematician530,000 NGN
Medical Scientist746,000 NGN
Metallurgist490,000 NGN
Meteorologist519,000 NGN
Microbiologist732,000 NGN
Natural Language Processing Researcher461,000 NGN
Natural Resource Specialist402,000 NGN
Natural Resources Analyst417,000 NGN
Natural Sciences Manager685,000 NGN
Neurotechnology Specialist606,000 NGN
Nuclear Engineer716,000 NGN
Physical Scientist581,000 NGN
Physicist696,000 NGN
Political Scientist541,000 NGN
Polygraph Examiner182,000 NGN
Polysomnographic Technologist331,000 NGN
Product Development Scientist557,000 NGN
Quantitative Research Analyst490,000 NGN
Quantitative Researcher471,000 NGN
Quantum Algorithm Developer421,000 NGN
Quantum Computing Engineer364,000 NGN
Quantum Computing Ethics Officer330,000 NGN
Quantum Computing Specialist401,000 NGN
Radiation Protection Specialist365,000 NGN
Refrigeration Technician163,000 NGN
Research Scientist524,000 NGN
Risk Safety Engineer313,000 NGN
Robotics Architect409,000 NGN
Scientific Photographer300,000 NGN
Scientific Programmer451,000 NGN
Scientist496,000 NGN
Service Engineer319,000 NGN
Service Technician215,000 NGN
Social Science Research Assistant287,000 NGN
Social Scientist563,000 NGN
Sociologist520,000 NGN
Soil Scientist419,000 NGN
Statistical Analyst315,000 NGN
Statistical Assistant221,000 NGN
Statistician470,000 NGN
Survey Analyst308,000 NGN
Survey Researcher275,000 NGN
Surveying and Mapping Technician198,000 NGN
Team Leader452,000 NGN
Technical Manager480,000 NGN
Technical Officer204,000 NGN
Technical Service Director618,000 NGN
Technical Services Regulatory Affairs Specialist306,000 NGN
Technical Services Research and Development Manager738,000 NGN
Technical Services Research Associate351,000 NGN
Technical Services Research Coordinator369,000 NGN
Technician203,000 NGN
Water Ecologist595,000 NGN
Wearable Technology Developer343,000 NGN
Wearables Specialist311,000 NGN
Wildlife Biologist506,000 NGN


Science and Technical Services Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Nigeria

Median and salary distribution Nigeria Science and Technical Services monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
389,000 NGN or more
10% of people earn
331,000 to 389,000 NGN
20% of people earn
205,000 NGN or less
65% of people earn
205,000 to 331,000 NGN
Minimum Salary
164,000 NGN
Median
388,000 NGN
Maximum
756,000 NGN




Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range

All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Science and Technical Services in Nigeria range from 164,000 NGN (starting average salary) to 756,000 NGN (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). To clarify, the number presented is not the legally mandated minimum wage. Rather, it represents the lowest figure reported in a salary survey that involved thousands of participants and professionals from across the entire country.

  • Median Salary

    The median income in the field of Science and Technical Services is 388,000 NGN, implying that half of the workforce in Nigeria earns less than this figure, and the other half earns more. It represents the central value of salaries. As a rule of thumb, you would prefer to be part of the group earning above the median wage, situated on the right-hand side of the salary distribution chart.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Two values that are highly correlated with the median are the 25th and 75th percentiles. By examining the salary distribution diagram, it is possible to determine that 25% of individuals employed in Science and Technical Services in Nigeria earn less than 299,000 NGN, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 459,000 NGN, while 25% earn more than that.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    Data was regrouped into brackets to provide a better understanding of what salaries can be expected. This approach was deemed more accurate than relying solely on the average salary, as it offers greater insights into the distribution of salaries in the field of Science and Technical Services in Nigeria. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 205,000 NGN to 331,000 NGN. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 205,000 NGN mark, while 10% ranged from 331,000 NGN to 389,000 NGN. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 389,000 NGN or higher.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

Salary Comparison By Experience Level
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The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally, the more years of experience the higher the wage.

Generally speaking, employees in Science and Technical Services in Nigeria having experience from two to five years earn on average 32% more than freshers and juniors across all industries and disciplines.

Professionals with experience of more than five years tend to earn on average 36% more than those with five years or less of work experience.

As you hit the ten years mark, the salary increases by 21% and an additional 14% for those who have crossed the 15 years mark.

Those figures are presented as guidelines only. The numbers become more significant if you consider one job title at a time.


Change in salary based on experience varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of many different jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.
On average, a person's salary doubles their starting salary by the time they cross the 10 years* experience mark.
* Based on the average change in salary over time. Salary variations differ from person to person.


Salary Comparison By Education

How does the education level affect your salary?

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Change in salary based on education varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of multiple jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.

It is well known that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income?

We compared the salaries of professionals at the same level but with different college degree levels across many jobs in Science and Technical Services in Nigeria, below are our findings.

Workers with a certificate or diploma earn on average 17% more than their peers who only reached the high school level.

Employees who earned a Bachelor's Degree earn 24% more than those who only managed to attain a certificate or diploma.

Professionals who attained a Master's Degree are awarded salaries that are 29% more than those with a Bachelor's Degree.

Finally, PhD holders earn 23% more than Master's Degree holders on average while doing the same job.


Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?

A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Nigeria costs anywhere from 1,700,000 NGN to 5,100,000 NGN and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.

Employees can't expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming they already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.

Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch to a higher-paying job. The numbers seem to support this tactic. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.

The decision really depends on the situation and experience among many other factors. Putting all variables aside, if a person can afford the costs of higher education then the return on investment is definitely worth it. Degree costs can be recovered roughly in a year or so.



Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender / Science and Technical Services / Nigeria

Salary comparison by gender Nigeria Science and Technical Services monthly
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Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? In the field of Science and Technical Services in Nigeria, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 16%.

Male
466,000 NGN
Female-14%
402,000 NGN
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Nigeria for all Careers

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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Science and Technical Services / Nigeria

How much are annual salary increments in Nigeria for individuals working in Science and Technical Services? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Science and Technical Services in Nigeria are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 10% every 17 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 8% granted to employees every 19 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Nigeria Science and Technical Services
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The figures provided here are averages of numbers. Those figures should be taken as general guidelines. Salary increments will vary from person to person and depend on many factors, but your performance and contribution to the success of the organization remain the most important factors in determining how much and how often you will be granted a raise.

Nigeria / All Professions

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The term Annual Salary Increase usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rare that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one-year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.

How to calculate the salary increment percentage?

The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 / Increase Frequency

The average salary increase in one year (12 months) in Nigeria is 5%.

Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

World Average Annual Salary Increment
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Salary Packages and Schemes

Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.

Bonus and Incentive Rates / Science and Technical Services / Nigeria

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Nigeria Science and Technical Services
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54% of surveyed staff in Science and Technical Services reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 46% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.

Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 3% to 5% of their annual salary.

Received Bonus
46%
No Bonus
54%

Types of Bonuses Considered

Individual Performance-Based Bonuses

The most standard form of bonus, where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.

Company Performance Bonuses

Occasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.

Goal-Based Bonuses

Granted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.

Holiday / End of Year Bonuses

These types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.

Bonuses Are Not Commissions!

People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.


What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?

The main two types of jobs

Revenue GeneratorsSupporting Cast

Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business.

Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations.

Example:
A graphics designer working for a graphics designing company.

Example:
A graphic designer in the marketing department of a hospital.


Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.

Try to work for companies where your skills can generate revenue. We can't all generate revenue and that's perfectly fine.

Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level

Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.

Hourly Average Wage / Science and Technical Services / Nigeria


2,550 NGN per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Science and Technical Services in Nigeria is 2,550 NGN.This is the rate they get paid for every worked hour.


Hourly Wage = Annual Salary / ( 52 x 5 x 8 )

About The Hourly Pay Rate

The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually, jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fixed amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.

What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?

The minimum pay rate per hour for people working in Science and Technical Services in Nigeria is 950 NGN. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.

Salary Comparison By City

CityAverage Salary
Benin City376,000 NGN
Ibadan421,000 NGN
Kaduna397,000 NGN
Kano438,000 NGN
Lagos458,000 NGN

Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working in a private company or the government? The difference between the public or government sector salaries and the private sector salaries in Nigeria is 6% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
329,000 NGN
Public Sector+6%
349,000 NGN
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide

What is considered to be a good and competitive salary in Science and Technical Services in Nigeria?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 388,000 NGN and 459,000 NGN. This is a very rough estimate. Experience and education play a very huge part in the final earnings.

Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)

All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary for jobs in Science and Technical Services in Nigeria ranges from 164,000 NGN to 299,000 NGN. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range with a grain of salt.


What is the difference between the median and the average salary?

Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people earn more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary


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