How much does a doctor make in Saudi Arabia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is SAR 13,380 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $42,820
- Compared with the median pay in Saudi Arabia
- 2.3 times
- Data from
- 2022
Where Saudi Arabia ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $500,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. United States | $267,500 |
| 2. Canada | $200,600 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $152,100 |
| 29. Portugal estimate | $46,070 |
| 30. Saudi Arabia estimate | $42,820 |
| 31. Bahamas estimate | $40,380 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $546 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Specialist doctorSAR 193,400
- Registered nurseSAR 116,800
- MidwifeSAR 115,800
- Traditional therapistSAR 88,270
- Paramedical practitionersSAR 125,700
- VeterinarianSAR 119,300
- DentistSAR 134,300
- PharmacistSAR 122,300
Frequently asked questions
How much does a doctor make a month in Saudi Arabia?
The median gross salary is SAR 13,380 a month, SAR 160,600 a year.
How much does a doctor make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around SAR 97,800 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than SAR 198,200.
Which country pays a doctor the most?
United States, with a median of $267,500 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a doctor make more in Saudi Arabia or in United States?
In United States: $267,500 a year against $42,820 in Saudi Arabia, 6.2 times more.
Who makes more, a doctor or a specialist doctor?
A specialist doctor: SAR 193,400 a year against SAR 160,600 for a doctor, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2022. How we calculate