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Optometrist Salary in Brazil

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The Brazil median is $63,972 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$63,972
per year
Monthly (national)
$5,341
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$63,972
Belo Horizonte, BR
Hourly (national)
$30.76
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in Brazil

CityPer year
Belo Horizonte, BR$63,972
Salvador, BR$63,972
Fortaleza, BR$63,972
Manaus, BR$63,972
Brasília, BR$63,972
Curitiba, BR$63,972
Recife, BR$63,972
Goiânia, BR$63,972
Belém, BR$63,972
Porto Alegre, BR$63,972
São Paulo, BR$45,778
Rio de Janeiro, BR$42,844

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in Brazil?
The national median optometrist salary in Brazil is about R$ 327.000 per year (R$ 27.300 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about R$ 219.000 to R$ 327.000.
Which Brazil city pays optometrists the most?
Belo Horizonte, BR pays the most at about R$ 327.000 per year.
Which Brazil city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Rio de Janeiro, BR is on the lower end at about R$ 219.000 per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in Brazil?
Across Brazil cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about R$ 155.000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about R$ 434.900 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Brazil cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 12 cities in Brazil, all shown in BRL.
Is optometrist in demand in Brazil?
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.