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Optometrist Salary in China

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The China median is $110,473 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$110,473
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,204
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$110,473
Tianjin, CN
Hourly (national)
$53.11
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in China

CityPer year
Tianjin, CN$110,473
Wuhan, CN$110,473
Dongguan, CN$110,473
Xi’an, CN$110,473
Nanjing, CN$110,473
Foshan, CN$110,473
Shanghai, CN$88,054
Beijing, CN$85,694
Shenzhen, CN$78,024
Guangzhou, CN$72,714
Hangzhou, CN$66,225
Chengdu, CN$57,965

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in China?
The national median optometrist salary in China is about ¥749,000 per year (¥62,400 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about ¥393,000 to ¥749,000.
Which China city pays optometrists the most?
Tianjin, CN pays the most at about ¥749,000 per year.
Which China city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Chengdu, CN is on the lower end at about ¥393,000 per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in China?
Across China cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about ¥278,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about ¥996,200 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many China cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 12 cities in China, all shown in CNY.
Is optometrist in demand in China?
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.