How much does a Optometrist earn in United Kingdom?

The estimated salary for Optometrist in United Kingdom ranges from GBP 62,100 to GBP 70,000 GBP per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 4,009 job listings

Salary Guide

Optometrist Salary in United Kingdom

Based on 4,009 job listings - 2026

Average salary

£62,100 - £70,000

Median salary

£62,100 - £70,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile£41k

25th percentile£51k

Median£62k

75th percentile£70k

90th percentile£81k

50% of professionals earn between £51,487 - £70,000 GBP

The median salary is £62,100

Top cities

London146 job openings

Colchester58 job openings

Glasgow36 job openings

Exeter28 job openings

Southampton27 job openings

Swansea22 job openings

Rushden21 job openings

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Optometrist

4,009 job openings

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The average salary for a Optometrist in United Kingdom is GBP 62,100 - GBP 70,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is GBP 66,050 per year, based on 4,009 active job listings.

The cities with the most Optometrist job opportunities in United Kingdom are London, Colchester, Glasgow, Exeter, Southampton. London leads with 146 job openings.

Explore 4,009 Optometrist job listings in United Kingdom on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.