How much does an optometrist make in Singapore?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is SGD 5,485 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $48,990
- Compared with the median pay in Singapore
- 1.4 times
- Data from
- 2021
Where Singapore 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 |
| 17. Spain estimate | $49,120 |
| 18. Singapore estimate | $48,990 |
| 19. Hong Kong SAR China estimate | $48,650 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $376 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- DentistSGD 80,020
- PharmacistSGD 72,910
- Public health inspectorSGD 67,830
- Physical therapistSGD 59,910
- DietitianSGD 59,270
- Speech therapistSGD 61,790
- Health professionals not elsewhere classifiedSGD 58,840
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optometrist make a month in Singapore?
The median gross salary is SGD 5,485 a month, SGD 65,820 a year.
How much does an optometrist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around SGD 51,750 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than SGD 77,000.
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 Singapore or in United States?
In United States: $136,600 a year against $48,990 in Singapore, 2.8 times more.
Who makes more, an optometrist or a dentist?
A dentist: SGD 80,020 a year against SGD 65,820 for an optometrist, 1.2 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2021. How we calculate