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Optometrist Salary in Italy

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The Italy median is $142,565 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$142,565
per year
Monthly (national)
$11,861
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$142,565
Naples, IT
Hourly (national)
$68.55
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in Italy

CityPer year
Naples, IT$142,565
Turin, IT$142,565
Palermo, IT$142,565
Genoa, IT$142,565
Bologna, IT$142,565
Florence, IT$142,565
Bari, IT$142,565
Catania, IT$142,565
Verona, IT$142,565
Messina, IT$142,565
Milan, IT$111,885
Rome, IT$92,268

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in Italy?
The national median optometrist salary in Italy is about 125.000 € per year (10.400 € per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about 80.900 € to 125.000 €.
Which Italy city pays optometrists the most?
Naples, IT pays the most at about 125.000 € per year.
Which Italy city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Rome, IT is on the lower end at about 80.900 € per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in Italy?
Across Italy cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about 57.200 € at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 166.300 € for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Italy cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 12 cities in Italy, all shown in EUR.
Is optometrist in demand in Italy?
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.