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Optometrist Salary in Germany

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The Germany median is $207,575 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$207,575
per year
Monthly (national)
$17,336
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$207,575
Stuttgart, DE
Hourly (national)
$99.80
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in Germany

CityPer year
Stuttgart, DE$207,575
Essen, DE$207,575
Dortmund, DE$207,575
Dresden, DE$207,575
Bremen, DE$207,575
Nuremberg, DE$207,575
Frankfurt, DE$153,971
Munich, DE$152,830
Hamburg, DE$144,847
Berlin, DE$143,706
Cologne, DE$139,144
Düsseldorf, DE$135,722

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in Germany?
The national median optometrist salary in Germany is about 182.000 € per year (15.200 € per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about 119.000 € to 182.000 €.
Which Germany city pays optometrists the most?
Stuttgart, DE pays the most at about 182.000 € per year.
Which Germany city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Düsseldorf, DE is on the lower end at about 119.000 € per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in Germany?
Across Germany cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about 84.400 € at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 242.100 € for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Germany cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 12 cities in Germany, all shown in EUR.
Is optometrist in demand in Germany?
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.