How much does an optician make in the Philippines?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₱17,280 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $3,620
- Compared with the median pay in the Philippines
- 1.1 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where the Philippines ranks among 142 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $76,320 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $62,020 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $59,390 |
| 88. Vietnam estimate | $3,669 |
| 89. Philippines estimate | $3,620 |
| 90. Equatorial Guinea estimate | $3,533 |
| 142. Malawi estimate | $331 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Dental hygienist₱214,600
- Health records clerk₱236,400
- Community health worker₱241,900
- Therapy assistant₱185,500
- Medical assistant₱195,400
- Quality inspector₱267,000
- Paramedic₱272,800
- Health screener₱221,400
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optician make a month in the Philippines?
The median gross salary is ₱17,280 a month, ₱207,400 a year.
How much does an optician make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₱185,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₱251,800.
Which country pays an optician the most?
United States, with a median of $47,260 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an optician make more in the Philippines or in United States?
In United States: $47,260 a year against $3,620 in the Philippines, 13.1 times more.
Who makes more, an optician or a dental hygienist?
A dental hygienist: ₱214,600 a year against ₱207,400 for an optician, 1.0 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate