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Optometrist Salary in Denmark

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The Denmark median is $207,915 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$207,915
per year
Monthly (national)
$17,321
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$207,915
Århus, DK
Hourly (national)
$99.96
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in Denmark

CityPer year
Århus, DK$207,915
Odense, DK$207,915
Aalborg, DK$207,915
Copenhagen, DK$168,167

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in Denmark?
The national median optometrist salary in Denmark is about 1.360.000 kr. per year (113.300 kr. per month). Across 4 cities, pay ranges from about 1.100.000 kr. to 1.360.000 kr..
Which Denmark city pays optometrists the most?
Århus, DK pays the most at about 1.360.000 kr. per year.
Which Denmark city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Copenhagen, DK is on the lower end at about 1.100.000 kr. per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in Denmark?
Across Denmark cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about 778.000 kr. at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 1.808.800 kr. for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Denmark cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 4 cities in Denmark, all shown in DKK.
Is optometrist in demand in Denmark?
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.