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Optometrist Salary in Belgium

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The Belgium median is $221,262 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$221,262
per year
Monthly (national)
$18,476
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$221,262
Antwerp, VLG
Hourly (national)
$106.38
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in Belgium

CityPer year
Antwerp, VLG$221,262
Gent, VLG$221,262
Charleroi, WAL$221,262
Liège, WAL$221,262
Anderlecht, BRU$221,262
Schaerbeek, BRU$221,262
Brugge, VLG$221,262
Namur, WAL$221,262
Leuven, VLG$221,262
Brussels, BRU$155,111

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in Belgium?
The national median optometrist salary in Belgium is about € 194.000 per year (€ 16.200 per month). Across 10 cities, pay ranges from about € 136.000 to € 194.000.
Which Belgium city pays optometrists the most?
Antwerp, VLG pays the most at about € 194.000 per year.
Which Belgium city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Brussels, BRU is on the lower end at about € 136.000 per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in Belgium?
Across Belgium cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about € 95.900 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about € 258.000 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Belgium cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 10 cities in Belgium, all shown in EUR.
Is optometrist in demand in Belgium?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +9% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.