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Gambia Fast Facts
Payroll in Gambia
Wages
Daily minimum wages range from 50 GMD to 75 GMD. Monthly minimum wages range from 1,500 GMD to 2,250 GMD.
Minimum wages, excluding those based on piecework, range from 50 GMD to 75 GMD per day. The national minimum wage applies to all sectors, including agriculture, tourism, and public services.
Salaries
The overall annual average salary in Gambia is approximately 36,000 GMD per year, with monthly ranges from 2,000 to 5,000 GMD, depending on the position and experience. The monthly median salary is around 3,000 GMD.
By gender, the average annual salary for men is 38,000 GMD, while the annual average salary for women is 34,000 GMD.
Salaries by location in Gambia
Banjul: Known for offering salaries 10% higher than the national average for junior roles and 5% higher for mid-level roles, especially in sectors like government, education, and healthcare.
Serekunda: Offers salaries 15% higher than the national average for senior positions, particularly in the tourism and services industry.
Brikama: Salaries are generally at par with the national average for most positions.
As your employment partner in Gambia, we can provide you with resources and insights about average employee compensation in various job positions, so you can be better equipped to make a competitive employment offer.
Payroll frequency
In Gambia, employees are typically paid on a monthly basis, with salaries disbursed in arrears on a fixed, predetermined date specified in the employment contract or workplace regulations. The labor code mandates that remuneration must be paid at least once a month, ensuring regular income for employees.
In addition to regular monthly wages, employees may receive additional compensation such as bonuses or incentives. These payments are often stipulated in collective bargaining agreements or internal company policies and are disbursed according to the terms outlined therein. Employers are required to adhere to the agreed-upon schedules for these payments to maintain compliance with labor regulations.
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