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Optometrist Salary in Malaysia

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The Malaysia median is $85,998 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$85,998
per year
Monthly (national)
$7,175
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$85,998
Johor Bahru, MY
Hourly (national)
$41.35
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in Malaysia

CityPer year
Johor Bahru, MY$85,998
Petaling Jaya, MY$85,998
Ipoh, MY$85,998
Malacca, MY$85,998
Kota Bharu, MY$85,998
Kuantan, MY$85,998
Kota Kinabalu, MY$85,998
Kuala Terengganu, MY$85,998
Alor Setar, MY$85,998
Kuching, MY$85,998
Seremban, MY$85,998
Kuala Lumpur, MY$60,199

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in Malaysia?
The national median optometrist salary in Malaysia is about RM 350,000 per year (RM 29,200 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about RM 245,000 to RM 350,000.
Which Malaysia city pays optometrists the most?
Johor Bahru, MY pays the most at about RM 350,000 per year.
Which Malaysia city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Kuala Lumpur, MY is on the lower end at about RM 245,000 per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in Malaysia?
Across Malaysia cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about RM 173,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about RM 465,500 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Malaysia cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 12 cities in Malaysia, all shown in MYR.
Is optometrist in demand in Malaysia?
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.