Key Facts: Togo Wages
- Country
- Togo (TGO)
- Continent
- Africa
- Currency
- West African CFA franc (XOF)
- Minimum Wage
- CFA302.88 /hr ($0.54 USD)
- Average Gross Monthly Salary
- CFA100,000 /month
- Average Gross Annual Salary
- CFA1,200,000 /year
- Median Individual Income
- CFA400,000 /year
- Standard Work Week
- 40 hours
- Data Source
- Republic of Togo / Ministry of Labour
- Last Updated
- 2026-02-25
Togo — Average Salary & Wages
West African CFA franc (XOF) Data verified Jan 2026 Sources
The average salary in Togo is
CFA1,200,000 a year
But half of all workers earn less than CFA400,000 .
The average is lifted by bonuses and high earners. Most workers earn less than that.
The minimum wage in Togo is CFA302.88/hr ($0.54 USD) as of 2026. The average gross monthly salary is CFA100,000 ($179.53 USD). The median monthly income is CFA33,333.33 ($59.84 USD).
Estimates. Togo is classified as a low-income country by the World Bank. Most of the population is engaged in agriculture and informal trade.
Estimated average monthly earnings in the formal sector. Public sector salaries tend to be ~25% higher than private sector on average. Large variation between Lome and rural areas.
Minimum Wage Trend
Since 2008, the minimum wage has grown +88% in nominal terms.
• PPP ADJUSTED
In Togo, the minimum wage has the purchasing power of $1.50/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 Togo earns CFA52,500/mo. That is 53% of the average gross salary.
- Monthly (full-time)
- CFA52,500 at min. wage
- Share of avg. salary
- 53% gross, before tax
- USD equivalent
- $94.25/mo monthly
- Nominal growth
- +88% since 2008
Wage Breakdown
- Hourly
- CFA302.88
- Monthly
- CFA52,500
- Annual
- CFA630,000Based on 12 monthly payments
Salaire Minimum Interprofessionnel Garanti (SMIG). Increased 50% from 35,000 XOF, effective January 1, 2023 — the first adjustment in over 10 years (last changed in 2012). Applies to all formal sector workers, though specific collective bargaining agreements in certain sectors may stipulate higher minimums.
Work Week
- Standard
- 40 hrs/wk
- Maximum
- 48 hrs/wk
- Overtime
- 1.2x pay
Standard workweek is 40 hours for non-agricultural sectors. Agricultural work year capped at 2,400 hours. Overtime between 41-48 hours paid at 120% of normal rate; hours exceeding 48 paid at 140%. Governed by the Labour Code (Code du Travail).
How Togo Compares
| Metric | Togo | Africa Avg. | Africa Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min. wage (USD equiv.) | $0.54/hr | $0.91/hr | $6.06/hr (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) |
| Avg. salary (USD equiv.) | $179.53/mo | $381.53/mo | $1,625/mo (Mauritania) |
Countries with Similar Minimum Wages
| Country | Min. Wage /hr (USD) |
|---|---|
| Benin | $0.54 |
| Egypt | $0.57 |
| Pakistan | $0.57 |
| Laos | $0.48 |
| Mozambique | $0.60 |
| Togo | $0.54 |
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What is the minimum wage in Togo?
The minimum wage in Togo is CFA302.88/hr (approximately $0.54 USD), effective since 2023-01-01. Salaire Minimum Interprofessionnel Garanti (SMIG). Increased 50% from 35,000 XOF, effective January 1, 2023 — the first adjustment in over 10 years (last changed in 2012). Applies to all formal sector workers, though specific collective bargaining agreements in certain sectors may stipulate higher minimums.
What is the average salary in Togo?
The average gross monthly salary in Togo is CFA100,000 (approximately $179.53 USD). Estimated average monthly earnings in the formal sector. Public sector salaries tend to be ~25% higher than private sector on average. Large variation between Lome and rural areas. Source: INSEED (Institut National de la Statistique et des Etudes Economiques et Demographiques) / World Bank estimates (2024).
How many hours is the standard work week in Togo?
The standard work week in Togo is 40 hours, with a legal maximum of 48 hours. Overtime is paid at 1.2x the normal rate. Standard workweek is 40 hours for non-agricultural sectors. Agricultural work year capped at 2,400 hours. Overtime between 41-48 hours paid at 120% of normal rate; hours exceeding 48 paid at 140%. Governed by the Labour Code (Code du Travail).
How has the minimum wage in Togo changed over time?
The minimum wage in Togo has changed as follows: CFA28,000 in 2008, CFA35,000 in 2012, CFA52,500 in 2023. This represents 3 recorded adjustments.
What is the minimum wage in Togo in USD?
The minimum wage in Togo converts to approximately $0.54/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 Togo in USD?
The average gross monthly salary in Togo is approximately $179.53 per month in US dollars, based on current exchange rates. Actual purchasing power may differ due to local cost of living.
How does Togo's minimum wage compare to the Africa average?
Togo's minimum wage ranks #18 out of 33 countries with statutory minimum wages in Africa, placing it near the median for Africa.
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