Key Facts: Ivory Coast Wages
- Country
- Ivory Coast (CIV)
- Continent
- Africa
- Currency
- West African CFA Franc (XOF)
- Minimum Wage
- CFA432.70 /hr ($0.78 USD)
- Average Gross Monthly Salary
- CFA337,000 /month
- Average Gross Annual Salary
- CFA4,044,000 /year
- Median Individual Income
- CFA960,000 /year
- Standard Work Week
- 40 hours
- Data Source
- Ministère de l'Emploi et de la Protection Sociale — Côte d'Ivoire
- Last Updated
- 2026-05-04
Ivory Coast — Average Salary & Wages
West African CFA Franc (XOF) Data verified Jan 2026 Sources
The average salary in Ivory Coast is
CFA4,044,000 a year
But half of all workers earn less than CFA960,000 .
The average is lifted by bonuses and high earners. Most workers earn less than that.
The minimum wage in Ivory Coast is CFA432.70/hr ($0.78 USD) as of 2026. The average gross monthly salary is CFA337,000 ($605.03 USD). The median monthly income is CFA80,000 ($143.63 USD).
Rough estimates. Median individual income approximately XOF 80,000/month. Côte d'Ivoire is the world's largest cacao producer; most farmers earn below the formal sector average.
Estimated average for formal sector workers. Finance, telecom, and mining offer the highest wages. The majority of the workforce is in agriculture (cacao, coffee) and informal trade with much lower earnings. Abidjan salaries are significantly higher than the rest of the country.
• SECTOR RATES
Agricultural sector (SMAG)
CFA36,607 /mo
Since 2023-01-01
Salaire Minimum Agricole Garanti — minimum for agricultural workers
Minimum Wage Trend
Since 2008, the minimum wage has grown +105% in nominal terms.
• PPP ADJUSTED
In Ivory Coast, the minimum wage has the purchasing power of $2.01/hr 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 Ivory Coast earns CFA75,000/mo. That is 22% of the average gross salary.
- Monthly (full-time)
- CFA75,000 at min. wage
- Share of avg. salary
- 22% gross, before tax
- USD equivalent
- $134.65/mo monthly
- Nominal growth
- +105% since 2008
Wage Breakdown
- Hourly
- CFA432.70
- Monthly
- CFA75,000
- Annual
- CFA900,00012 monthly payments
The Salaire Minimum Interprofessionnel Garanti (SMIG) for non-agricultural workers was raised from XOF 60,000 to XOF 75,000 per month on January 1, 2023 — a 25% increase. The agricultural minimum wage (SMAG) is lower, at approximately XOF 36,000-40,000/month. The SMIG and SMAG are reviewed every three years by the Consultative Labour Commission. Côte d'Ivoire uses the West African CFA franc (XOF), which is pegged to the Euro at 655.957 XOF = 1 EUR. Note: SMIG figure shown is from 2023; Côte d'Ivoire updates infrequently but check next session for any 2024-2025 adjustments.
Work Week
- Standard
- 40 hrs/wk
- Maximum
- 48 hrs/wk
- Overtime
- 1.15x pay
Labour Code sets standard working hours at 40 per week (non-agricultural) and 48 hours for agricultural workers. Overtime rates: 115% for the first 8 hours of weekly overtime, 150% for subsequent hours. Night work (9pm-5am) and holiday work have higher multipliers.
How Ivory Coast Compares
| Metric | Ivory Coast | Africa Avg. | Africa Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min. wage (USD equiv.) | $0.78/hr | $0.91/hr | $6.06/hr (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) |
| Avg. salary (USD equiv.) | $605.03/mo | $381.53/mo | $1,625/mo (Mauritania) |
Countries with Similar Minimum Wages
| Country | Min. Wage /hr (USD) |
|---|---|
| Senegal | $0.78 |
| Tunisia | $0.74 |
| Nepal | $0.83 |
| Zimbabwe | $0.87 |
| Cambodia | $0.88 |
| Ivory Coast | $0.78 |
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What is the minimum wage in Ivory Coast?
The minimum wage in Ivory Coast is CFA432.70/hr (approximately $0.78 USD), effective since 2023-01-01. The Salaire Minimum Interprofessionnel Garanti (SMIG) for non-agricultural workers was raised from XOF 60,000 to XOF 75,000 per month on January 1, 2023 — a 25% increase. The agricultural minimum wage (SMAG) is lower, at approximately XOF 36,000-40,000/month. The SMIG and SMAG are reviewed every three years by the Consultative Labour Commission. Côte d'Ivoire uses the West African CFA franc (XOF), which is pegged to the Euro at 655.957 XOF = 1 EUR. Note: SMIG figure shown is from 2023; Côte d'Ivoire updates infrequently but check next session for any 2024-2025 adjustments.
What is the average salary in Ivory Coast?
The average gross monthly salary in Ivory Coast is CFA337,000 (approximately $605.03 USD). Estimated average for formal sector workers. Finance, telecom, and mining offer the highest wages. The majority of the workforce is in agriculture (cacao, coffee) and informal trade with much lower earnings. Abidjan salaries are significantly higher than the rest of the country. Source: Institut National de la Statistique (INS) — Côte d'Ivoire (2024).
How many hours is the standard work week in Ivory Coast?
The standard work week in Ivory Coast is 40 hours, with a legal maximum of 48 hours. Overtime is paid at 1.15x the normal rate. Labour Code sets standard working hours at 40 per week (non-agricultural) and 48 hours for agricultural workers. Overtime rates: 115% for the first 8 hours of weekly overtime, 150% for subsequent hours. Night work (9pm-5am) and holiday work have higher multipliers.
How has the minimum wage in Ivory Coast changed over time?
The minimum wage in Ivory Coast has changed as follows: CFA36,607 in 2008, CFA60,000 in 2013, CFA60,000 in 2014, CFA75,000 in 2023. This represents 4 recorded adjustments.
What is the minimum wage in Ivory Coast in USD?
The minimum wage in Ivory Coast converts to approximately $0.78/hr 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 Ivory Coast in USD?
The average gross monthly salary in Ivory Coast is approximately $605.03 per month in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
How does Ivory Coast's minimum wage compare to the Africa average?
Ivory Coast's minimum wage ranks #12 out of 33 countries with statutory minimum wages in Africa, placing it above the median for Africa.
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