Key Facts: Liberia Wages
- Country
- Liberia (LBR)
- Continent
- Africa
- Currency
- United States Dollar (USD)
- Minimum Wage
- $156 /mo
- Average Gross Monthly Salary
- $350 /month
- Average Gross Annual Salary
- $4,200 /year
- Median Individual Income
- $900 /year
- Standard Work Week
- 48 hours
- Data Source
- ILO / Ministry of Labour (Liberia)
- Last Updated
- 2026-02-25
Liberia — Average Salary & Wages
United States Dollar (USD) Data verified Jan 2026 Sources
The average salary in Liberia is
$4,200 a year
But half of all workers earn less than $900 .
The average is lifted by bonuses and high earners. Most workers earn less than that.
The minimum wage in Liberia is $156/mo as of 2026. The average gross monthly salary is $350 ($350 USD). The median monthly income is $75 ($75 USD).
Rough estimates in USD equivalent. Liberia is among the world's poorest countries. Most households rely on subsistence farming with limited formal monetary income. Urban-rural income gap is very large.
Estimated average monthly earnings for formal-sector employees in USD equivalent. Rubber plantation workers, civil servants, and NGO employees form the main formal sector. Informal sector workers and subsistence farmers earn significantly less.
Minimum Wage Trend
Since 2012, the minimum wage has grown +80% in nominal terms.
• PPP ADJUSTED
In Liberia, the minimum wage has the purchasing power of $339.13/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 Liberia earns $156/mo. That is 45% of the average gross salary.
- Monthly (full-time)
- $156 at min. wage
- Share of avg. salary
- 45% gross, before tax
- Nominal growth
- +80% since 2012
Wage Breakdown
- Daily
- $6Unskilled workers — set by the Ministry of Labour
- Monthly
- $156Based on 26 working days/month at USD 6/day (unskilled rate)
Liberia's minimum wage for unskilled workers is denominated in USD at approximately USD 6/day (USD 156/month based on 26 working days). This reflects the dual-currency economy where both USD and Liberian Dollar (LRD) circulate. Skilled and semi-skilled workers have higher statutory minimums. The Liberian Dollar equivalent fluctuates with the LRD/USD exchange rate (approximately 175-190 LRD = 1 USD as of 2025). The Decent Work Act 2015 governs labour standards. Enforcement is limited in the large informal sector and rural areas.
Work Week
- Standard
- 48 hrs/wk
- Maximum
- 56 hrs/wk
- Overtime
- 1.5x pay
The Decent Work Act 2015 sets a standard workweek of 8 hours/day, 6 days/week (48 hours). Maximum 56 hours including overtime. Overtime paid at 1.5x. These rules apply to formal-sector employers.
How Liberia Compares
| Metric | Liberia | Africa Avg. | Africa Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. salary (USD equiv.) | $350/mo | $381.53/mo | $1,625/mo (Mauritania) |
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What is the minimum wage in Liberia?
The minimum wage in Liberia is $156/mo, effective since 2018-01-01. Liberia's minimum wage for unskilled workers is denominated in USD at approximately USD 6/day (USD 156/month based on 26 working days). This reflects the dual-currency economy where both USD and Liberian Dollar (LRD) circulate. Skilled and semi-skilled workers have higher statutory minimums. The Liberian Dollar equivalent fluctuates with the LRD/USD exchange rate (approximately 175-190 LRD = 1 USD as of 2025). The Decent Work Act 2015 governs labour standards. Enforcement is limited in the large informal sector and rural areas.
What is the average salary in Liberia?
The average gross monthly salary in Liberia is $350 (approximately $350 USD). Estimated average monthly earnings for formal-sector employees in USD equivalent. Rubber plantation workers, civil servants, and NGO employees form the main formal sector. Informal sector workers and subsistence farmers earn significantly less. Source: ILO / LISGIS Labour Force Survey estimates (2023).
How many hours is the standard work week in Liberia?
The standard work week in Liberia is 48 hours, with a legal maximum of 56 hours. Overtime is paid at 1.5x the normal rate. The Decent Work Act 2015 sets a standard workweek of 8 hours/day, 6 days/week (48 hours). Maximum 56 hours including overtime. Overtime paid at 1.5x. These rules apply to formal-sector employers.
How has the minimum wage in Liberia changed over time?
The minimum wage in Liberia has changed as follows: $3.33 in 2012, $5 in 2015, $6 in 2018. This represents 3 recorded adjustments.
What is the average salary in Liberia in USD?
The average gross monthly salary in Liberia is approximately $350 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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