How much does an optometrist make in Malaysia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is RM 4,171 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $11,910
- Compared with the median pay in Malaysia
- 1.7 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where Malaysia ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. United States | $136,600 |
| 2. Switzerland estimate | $104,600 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $85,880 |
| 57. North Macedonia estimate | $12,090 |
| 58. Malaysia estimate | $11,910 |
| 59. South Africa estimate | $11,470 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $376 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- DentistRM 60,850
- PharmacistRM 55,440
- Public health inspectorRM 51,580
- Physical therapistRM 45,560
- DietitianRM 45,070
- Speech therapistRM 46,990
- Health professionals not elsewhere classifiedRM 44,750
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optometrist make a month in Malaysia?
The median gross salary is RM 4,171 a month, RM 50,050 a year.
How much does an optometrist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around RM 39,350 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than RM 58,560.
Which country pays an optometrist the most?
United States, with a median of $136,600 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does an optometrist make more in Malaysia or in United States?
In United States: $136,600 a year against $11,910 in Malaysia, 11.5 times more.
Who makes more, an optometrist or a dentist?
A dentist: RM 60,850 a year against RM 50,050 for an optometrist, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate