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Optometrist Salary in France

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The France median is $182,484 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$182,484
per year
Monthly (national)
$15,169
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$182,484
Marseille, FR
Hourly (national)
$87.73
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in France

CityPer year
Marseille, FR$182,484
Toulouse, FR$182,484
Nice, FR$182,484
Nantes, FR$182,484
Strasbourg, FR$182,484
Bordeaux, FR$182,484
Montpellier, FR$182,484
Lille, FR$182,484
Rennes, FR$182,484
Reims, FR$182,484
Paris, FR$135,722
Lyon, FR$94,778

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in France?
The national median optometrist salary in France is about 160 000 € per year (13 300 € per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about 83 100 € to 160 000 €.
Which France city pays optometrists the most?
Marseille, FR pays the most at about 160 000 € per year.
Which France city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Lyon, FR is on the lower end at about 83 100 € per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in France?
Across France cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about 58 800 € at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 212 800 € for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many France cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 12 cities in France, all shown in EUR.
Is optometrist in demand in France?
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.