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Optometrist Salary in Turkey

Optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, and prescribe corrective lenses. The Turkey median is $67,622 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$67,622
per year
Monthly (national)
$5,635
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$67,622
Bursa, TR
Hourly (national)
$32.51
varies by city

Optometrist salary by city in Turkey

CityPer year
Bursa, TR$67,622
İzmir, TR$67,622
Gaziantep, TR$67,622
Diyarbakır, TR$67,622
Adana, TR$67,622
Kayseri, TR$67,622
Konya, TR$67,622
Antalya, TR$67,622
Eskişehir, TR$67,622
Erzurum, TR$67,622
Istanbul, TR$48,484
Ankara, TR$41,679

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a optometrist make in Turkey?
The national median optometrist salary in Turkey is about ₺3.180.000 per year (₺265.000 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about ₺1.960.000 to ₺3.180.000.
Which Turkey city pays optometrists the most?
Bursa, TR pays the most at about ₺3.180.000 per year.
Which Turkey city pays optometrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Ankara, TR is on the lower end at about ₺1.960.000 per year for a optometrist.
What is the typical salary range for a optometrist in Turkey?
Across Turkey cities we cover, optometrist pay commonly spans from about ₺1.390.000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about ₺4.229.400 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Turkey cities have optometrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes optometrist pay for 12 cities in Turkey, all shown in TRY.
Is optometrist in demand in Turkey?
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.