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Optometrist Salary in Netherlands

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The Netherlands median is $221,262 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$221,262
per year
Monthly (national)
$18,476
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$221,262
Utrecht, NL
Hourly (national)
$106.38
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in Netherlands

CityPer year
Utrecht, NL$221,262
Groningen, NL$221,262
Eindhoven, NL$221,262
Haarlem, NL$221,262
Arnhem, NL$221,262
's-Hertogenbosch, NL$221,262
Zwolle, NL$221,262
Leeuwarden, NL$221,262
Maastricht, NL$221,262
Venlo, NL$221,262
Amsterdam, NL$163,095
Rotterdam, NL$149,409

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in Netherlands?
The national median optometrist salary in Netherlands is about € 194.000 per year (€ 16.200 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about € 131.000 to € 194.000.
Which Netherlands city pays optometrists the most?
Utrecht, NL pays the most at about € 194.000 per year.
Which Netherlands city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Rotterdam, NL is on the lower end at about € 131.000 per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in Netherlands?
Across Netherlands cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about € 92.700 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about € 258.000 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Netherlands cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 12 cities in Netherlands, all shown in EUR.
Is optometrist in demand in Netherlands?
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.