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Optometrist Salary in Colombia

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The Colombia median is $52,125 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$52,125
per year
Monthly (national)
$4,344
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$52,125
Cali, CO
Hourly (national)
$25.06
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in Colombia

CityPer year
Cali, CO$52,125
Barranquilla, CO$52,125
Cartagena, CO$52,125
Cúcuta, CO$52,125
Soacha, CO$52,125
Bucaramanga, CO$52,125
Ibagué, CO$52,125
Santa Marta, CO$52,125
Montería, CO$52,125
Valledupar, CO$52,125
Bogotá, CO$37,459
Medellín, CO$32,756

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in Colombia?
The national median optometrist salary in Colombia is about $ 170.780.000 per year ($ 14.231.700 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $ 107.320.000 to $ 170.780.000.
Which Colombia city pays optometrists the most?
Cali, CO pays the most at about $ 170.780.000 per year.
Which Colombia city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Medellín, CO is on the lower end at about $ 107.320.000 per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in Colombia?
Across Colombia cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about $ 75.920.000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $ 227.137.400 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Colombia cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 12 cities in Colombia, all shown in COP.
Is optometrist in demand in Colombia?
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.