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Optometrist Salary in Sweden

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The Sweden median is $195,329 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$195,329
per year
Monthly (national)
$16,277
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$195,329
Gothenburg, SE
Hourly (national)
$93.91
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in Sweden

CityPer year
Gothenburg, SE$195,329
Malmö, SE$195,329
Uppsala, SE$195,329
Linköping, SE$195,329
Örebro, SE$195,329
Sollentuna, SE$195,329
Umeå, SE$195,329
Västerås, SE$195,329
Jönköping, SE$195,329
Helsingborg, SE$195,329
Stockholm, SE$136,420

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in Sweden?
The national median optometrist salary in Sweden is about 1 890 000 kr per year (157 500 kr per month). Across 11 cities, pay ranges from about 1 320 000 kr to 1 890 000 kr.
Which Sweden city pays optometrists the most?
Gothenburg, SE pays the most at about 1 890 000 kr per year.
Which Sweden city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Stockholm, SE is on the lower end at about 1 320 000 kr per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in Sweden?
Across Sweden cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about 934 000 kr at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 2 513 700 kr for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Sweden cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 11 cities in Sweden, all shown in SEK.
Is optometrist in demand in Sweden?
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.