Annual salaries range from £25,032 to £50,508. Below is the full range of pay both before and after tax:
| Lowest | Average | Upper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-tax | £25,032 (£2,086 p/mth) |
£37,644 (£3,137 p/mth) |
£50,508 (£4,209 p/mth) |
| Pre-tax Income Percentile | 54th | 77th | 88th |
| Post-tax | £20,556 (£1,713 p/mth) |
£29,136 (£2,428 p/mth) |
£37,824 (£3,152 p/mth) |
| Post-tax Income Percentile | 47th | 70th | 83rd |
| Percentage Tax Deduction | 18% | 23% | 25% |
Optometrists examine the patient's eyes, perform eye tests, diagnose and treat vision problems. The primary responsibilities of the optometrist include examining patients of all ages for visual impairment, illness or injury. Create a report detailing the history of the patient's visual inspection to provide the best care. Provides advice to patients who need a lens or frame. Write references to other eye care professionals as needed.
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Below are the range of mortgages typically affordable for a single applicant optometrist:
| Lowest | Average | Upper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| average gross salary | £25,030 | £37,649 | £50,504 |
| max mortgage | £112,635 | £169,421 | £227,268 |
| deposit paid | £12,515 | £18,825 | £25,252 |
| max purchase price | £125,150 | £188,246 | £252,520 |
| mortgage repayment p.mth (2.5%|25yr) | £511 | £769 | £1,031 |