Key Facts: Gambia Wages
- Country
- Gambia (GMB)
- Continent
- Africa
- Currency
- Gambian Dalasi (GMD)
- Minimum Wage
- D1,300 /mo ($17.53 USD)
- Average Gross Monthly Salary
- D8,000 /month
- Average Gross Annual Salary
- D96,000 /year
- Standard Work Week
- 40 hours
- Data Source
- ILO ILOSTAT / Gambia Bureau of Statistics / Department of Labour
- Last Updated
- 2026-02-25
Gambia — Average Salary & Wages
Gambian Dalasi (GMD) Data verified Jan 2026 Sources
The average salary in Gambia is
D96,000 a year
The minimum wage in Gambia is D1,300/mo ($17.53 USD) as of 2026. The average gross monthly salary is D8,000 ($107.90 USD).
The Gambia's minimum wage is among the lowest for Africa, ranking #49 out of 54 countries with statutory minimum wages. The standard work week is 40 hours.
Estimated average monthly earnings in the formal sector, skewed heavily toward Banjul/Kombo area and government employees. Tourism, telecommunications, and banking offer higher wages. Remittances from abroad (Europe, US) are a major income source for many Gambian households. Data quality is limited.
Minimum Wage Trend
• PPP ADJUSTED
In Gambia, the minimum wage has the purchasing power of $76.56/mo in the United States, adjusted for local cost of living using the World Bank PPP conversion factor.
In Context
At minimum wage, a full-time worker in Gambia earns D1,300/mo. That is 16% of the average gross salary.
- Monthly (full-time)
- D1,300 at min. wage
- Share of avg. salary
- 16% gross, before tax
- USD equivalent
- $17.53/mo monthly
Wage Breakdown
- Daily
- D50
- Monthly
- D1,300Daily rate of GMD 50 × 26 working days per month
The Gambia's minimum wage is set as a daily rate under the Labour Act of 2007. The rate of D50/day (approximately D1,300/month) has been in place for several years with infrequent upward revisions. The government sets wages through the National Joint Industrial Council. There are sectoral wage orders for certain industries including tourism. A substantial informal economy — including fishing, agriculture, and cross-border trade — operates outside the wage system. The Gambia is heavily dependent on remittances (estimated 20%+ of GDP).
Work Week
- Standard
- 40 hrs/wk
- Maximum
- 48 hrs/wk
- Overtime
- 1.5x pay
Labour Act 2007 sets a 40-hour standard working week (8 hours/day, 5 days). Overtime is payable at 1.5x for weekdays and 2x for Sundays and public holidays.
How Gambia Compares
| Metric | Gambia | Africa Avg. | Africa Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. salary (USD equiv.) | $107.90/mo | $381.53/mo | $1,625/mo (Mauritania) |
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What is the minimum wage in Gambia?
The minimum wage in Gambia is D1,300/mo (approximately $17.53 USD), effective since 2018-01-01. The Gambia's minimum wage is set as a daily rate under the Labour Act of 2007. The rate of D50/day (approximately D1,300/month) has been in place for several years with infrequent upward revisions. The government sets wages through the National Joint Industrial Council. There are sectoral wage orders for certain industries including tourism. A substantial informal economy — including fishing, agriculture, and cross-border trade — operates outside the wage system. The Gambia is heavily dependent on remittances (estimated 20%+ of GDP).
What is the average salary in Gambia?
The average gross monthly salary in Gambia is D8,000 (approximately $107.90 USD). Estimated average monthly earnings in the formal sector, skewed heavily toward Banjul/Kombo area and government employees. Tourism, telecommunications, and banking offer higher wages. Remittances from abroad (Europe, US) are a major income source for many Gambian households. Data quality is limited. Source: World Bank / Gambia Bureau of Statistics estimated (formal sector) (2023).
How many hours is the standard work week in Gambia?
The standard work week in Gambia is 40 hours, with a legal maximum of 48 hours. Overtime is paid at 1.5x the normal rate. Labour Act 2007 sets a 40-hour standard working week (8 hours/day, 5 days). Overtime is payable at 1.5x for weekdays and 2x for Sundays and public holidays.
How has the minimum wage in Gambia changed over time?
The minimum wage in Gambia has changed as follows: D50 in 2018, D50 in 2021, D50 in 2024. This represents 3 recorded adjustments.
What is the minimum wage in Gambia in USD?
The minimum wage in Gambia converts to approximately $17.53/mo in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
What is the average salary in Gambia in USD?
The average gross monthly salary in Gambia is approximately $107.90 per month in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
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