Doctor salary in Ethiopia

Gross annual earnings — 2022 · Africa · Source: ILO / Life Indexed estimate

Average salary ETB 772,800 per year (2022)
Minimum ETB 502,300 per year
Maximum ETB 1,120,600 per year
Monthly (est.) ETB 64,400 per month
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Doctor salary — Africa comparison

How Ethiopia compares to other Africa countries

Country Average salary (2022) vs Ethiopia
Ethiopia ETB 772,800/yr
Tanzania TZS 41,731,200/yr local currency
Nigeria NGN 30,015,000/yr local currency
Kenya KES 3,229,200/yr local currency
Egypt EGP 1,324,800/yr local currency
South Africa ZAR 778,300/yr local currency
Ghana GHS 379,500/yr local currency
Morocco MAD 351,900/yr local currency

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Frequently asked questions about Doctor salaries in Ethiopia

What is the average Doctor salary in Ethiopia in 2022?

The average doctor salary in Ethiopia in 2022 is ETB 772,800 per year (ETB 64,400 per month, or ETB 14,862 per week). This figure represents gross annual earnings before income tax and social contributions. Source: ILO / Life Indexed estimate.

What is the salary range for a Doctor in Ethiopia?

Doctors in Ethiopia earn between ETB 502,300 and ETB 1,120,600 per year in 2022. The spread reflects differences in experience level, employer size, sector (public vs private), and geographic location within the country.

How much does a Doctor earn per month in Ethiopia?

A doctor in Ethiopia earns approximately ETB 64,400 per month (gross) in 2022, based on an annual average of ETB 772,800. Monthly take-home pay will be lower after income tax and social security deductions, which vary by individual circumstances and applicable tax brackets in Ethiopia.

What is the entry-level Doctor salary in Ethiopia?

Entry-level doctors in Ethiopia typically earn between ETB 502,300 and ETB 656,900 per year in 2022. Salaries at the junior level are generally 15–35% below the national average, increasing with professional certifications, years of experience, and specialisation.

Is the Doctor salary in Ethiopia increasing?

Yes. Based on available data, Doctor salaries in Ethiopia have grown by approximately 30% between 2022 and 2026, reflecting ongoing demand and wage growth trends.

Is ETB 772,800 a good salary for a Doctor in Ethiopia?

Whether ETB 772,800 per year is a good doctor salary in Ethiopia depends on cost of living, location, and career stage. This figure represents the 2022 national average — earners above this level are in the upper half of the pay distribution for this occupation. Factors that influence individual compensation include employer type (multinational vs. local), city (capital cities typically pay 10–25% more), qualifications, and years of experience.

How does the Doctor salary in Ethiopia compare to other Africa countries?

Ethiopia's doctor salary of ETB 772,800/yr (among comparable economies) is higher than 2 countries and lower than 5 countries in the Africa region as of 2022. Differences across countries reflect purchasing power, labour market conditions, cost of living, and local demand for this role.