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NGN 1,000,000 gross salary in Nigeria: net pay
How much is a NGN 1,000,000 gross monthly salary after tax (net, take-home) in Nigeria?
For example, a gross salary of NGN 1,000,000 per month leaves about NGN 783,900 net, after NGN 136,100 income tax and NGN 80,000 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 21.61%.
Net (take-home)
NGN 783,900
/month · 21.6% effective deduction rate
Net (take-home)Income taxBreakdown
| Pension contribution | -NGN 80,000 |
| Income tax | -NGN 136,100 |
| Net (take-home) | NGN 783,900 |
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How salary is taxed in Nigeria
Income tax in Nigeria is progressive: marginal rates rise from 15% to 25% as income grows. Employees also pay social contributions of around 8% of gross salary. A tax-free allowance of about NGN 800,000 per year is deducted before income tax. The standard VAT rate is 7.5%.
| Annual taxable income | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| Up to NGN 800,000 | 0% |
| Up to NGN 3,000,000 | 15% |
| Up to NGN 12,000,000 | 18% |
| Up to NGN 25,000,000 | 21% |
| Up to NGN 50,000,000 | 23% |
| NGN 50,000,000 and above | 25% |
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026