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Doctor / Physician Average Salaries in Bulgaria 2024

How much money does a person working in Doctor / Physician make in Bulgaria?


Average Monthly Salary
7,620 BGN
( 91,400 BGN yearly)

LOW
2,850
BGN
AVERAGE
7,620
BGN
HIGH
13,100
BGN
All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

A person working in Doctor / Physician in Bulgaria typically earns around 7,620 BGN. Salaries range from 2,850 BGN (lowest average) to 13,100 BGN (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).


Salary Variance

The provided figure represents the median compensation that encompasses housing, transportation, and other perks. The salaries within the Doctor / Physician domain in Bulgaria exhibit significant discrepancies across various professions. In case you seek information about the remuneration of a specific position, please refer to the salaries listed below for respective job titles.

Salaries for specific jobs

Job TitleAverage Salary
Health and Medical
Advanced Nutrition Aide4,920 BGN
Advanced Practice Provider4,360 BGN
Allergist6,410 BGN
Assistant Pathologist4,240 BGN
Behavioral Health Specialist3,810 BGN
Cardiac Sonographer3,940 BGN
Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist12,800 BGN
Cardiovascular Perfusionist8,480 BGN
Chiropractor4,090 BGN
Clinical Psychologist10,600 BGN
Correctional Treatment Specialist6,060 BGN
Counseling Psychologist7,660 BGN
Dermatologist10,200 BGN
Diabetologist7,110 BGN
Dietitian6,790 BGN
Doctor8,570 BGN
Emergency and Critical Care Consultant9,320 BGN
Emergency Department Physician7,690 BGN
Exercise Physiologist7,580 BGN
Forensic Pathologist8,370 BGN
General Medical Practitioner6,350 BGN
Genetic Counselor5,540 BGN
Healthcare Practitioner6,520 BGN
Internist10,400 BGN
Interventionist10,300 BGN
Invasive Cardiologist12,800 BGN
Lifestyle Medicine Expert5,110 BGN
Medical Massage Therapist3,770 BGN
Mental Health Therapst6,080 BGN
Naturopathic Physician10,100 BGN
Neurologist9,900 BGN
Neurophysiology Technologist2,820 BGN
Neuroscientist9,480 BGN
Nuclear Medicine Physician8,680 BGN
Obstetrician / Gynecologist9,460 BGN
Occupational Health Safety Specialist4,640 BGN
Ophthalmologist7,250 BGN
Optometrist7,240 BGN
Pediatrician8,000 BGN
Physical Therapist5,370 BGN
Physical Therapy Director6,400 BGN
Physician - Anesthesiology11,200 BGN
Physician - Cardiology12,400 BGN
Physician - CCU7,250 BGN
Physician - Dermatology9,560 BGN
Physician - Emergency Room7,420 BGN
Physician - Endocrinology9,790 BGN
Physician - Family Practice6,370 BGN
Physician - Gastroenterology8,930 BGN
Physician - Generalist7,400 BGN
Physician - Geriatrics5,960 BGN
Physician - Hematology / Oncology8,640 BGN
Physician - Immunology / Allergy9,530 BGN
Physician - Infectious Disease8,420 BGN
Physician - Internal Medicine10,600 BGN
Physician - Maternal / Fetal Medicine7,930 BGN
Physician - Nephrology10,100 BGN
Physician - Neurology10,400 BGN
Physician - Nuclear Medicine8,240 BGN
Physician - Obstetrics / Gynecology9,020 BGN
Physician - Occupational Medicine7,200 BGN
Physician - Ophthalmology6,330 BGN
Physician - Otolaryngology6,140 BGN
Physician - Pain Medicine5,930 BGN
Physician - Pathology7,780 BGN
Physician - Pediatric Cardiology9,000 BGN
Physician - Pediatric Neonatology8,880 BGN
Physician - Pediatrics8,300 BGN
Physician - Physiatry8,460 BGN
Physician - Podiatry8,030 BGN
Physician - Pulmonary Medicine6,540 BGN
Physician - Radiation Therapy10,000 BGN
Physician - Radiology10,400 BGN
Physician - Rheumatology9,460 BGN
Physician - Sports Medicine8,770 BGN
Physician - Urology11,700 BGN
Physician Assistant5,660 BGN
Physiotherapist5,910 BGN
Podiatrist6,160 BGN
Preventive Medicine Physician7,770 BGN
Psychiatrist8,490 BGN
Psychololgist9,120 BGN
Psychometrician7,310 BGN
Public Health Physician6,710 BGN
Pulmonologist8,650 BGN
Radiologist9,190 BGN
Registered Dietitian6,640 BGN
Registered Respiratory Therapist5,670 BGN
Skin Care Specialist4,800 BGN
Telemedicine Physician5,810 BGN
Urologist12,200 BGN
Virtual / Augmented Reality Therapist3,670 BGN
Vision Rehabilitation Therapist5,480 BGN


Doctor / Physician Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Bulgaria

Median and salary distribution Bulgaria Doctor / Physician monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
7,020 BGN or more
10% of people earn
5,990 to 7,020 BGN
20% of people earn
3,710 BGN or less
65% of people earn
3,710 to 5,990 BGN
Minimum Salary
2,850 BGN
Median
6,970 BGN
Maximum
13,100 BGN




Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range

All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Doctor / Physician in Bulgaria range from 2,850 BGN (starting average salary) to 13,100 BGN (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). To clarify, the number presented is not the legally mandated minimum wage. Rather, it represents the lowest figure reported in a salary survey that involved thousands of participants and professionals from across the entire country.

  • Median Salary

    The median income in the field of Doctor / Physician is 6,970 BGN, implying that half of the workforce in Bulgaria earns less than this figure, and the other half earns more. It represents the central value of salaries. As a rule of thumb, you would prefer to be part of the group earning above the median wage, situated on the right-hand side of the salary distribution chart.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Two values that are highly correlated with the median are the 25th and 75th percentiles. By examining the salary distribution diagram, it is possible to determine that 25% of individuals employed in Doctor / Physician in Bulgaria earn less than 5,380 BGN, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 8,250 BGN, while 25% earn more than that.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    Data was regrouped into brackets to provide a better understanding of what salaries can be expected. This approach was deemed more accurate than relying solely on the average salary, as it offers greater insights into the distribution of salaries in the field of Doctor / Physician in Bulgaria. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 3,710 BGN to 5,990 BGN. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 3,710 BGN mark, while 10% ranged from 5,990 BGN to 7,020 BGN. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 7,020 BGN or higher.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

Salary Comparison By Experience Level
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The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally, the more years of experience the higher the wage.

Generally speaking, employees in Doctor / Physician in Bulgaria having experience from two to five years earn on average 32% more than freshers and juniors across all industries and disciplines.

Professionals with experience of more than five years tend to earn on average 36% more than those with five years or less of work experience.

As you hit the ten years mark, the salary increases by 21% and an additional 14% for those who have crossed the 15 years mark.

Those figures are presented as guidelines only. The numbers become more significant if you consider one job title at a time.


Change in salary based on experience varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of many different jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.
On average, a person's salary doubles their starting salary by the time they cross the 10 years* experience mark.
* Based on the average change in salary over time. Salary variations differ from person to person.


Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender / Doctor / Physician / Bulgaria

Salary comparison by gender Bulgaria Doctor / Physician monthly
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Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? In the field of Doctor / Physician in Bulgaria, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 6%.

Male
7,830 BGN
Female-6%
7,360 BGN
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Bulgaria for all Careers

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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Doctor / Physician / Bulgaria

How much are annual salary increments in Bulgaria for individuals working in Doctor / Physician? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Doctor / Physician in Bulgaria are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 11% every 19 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 7% granted to employees every 20 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Bulgaria Doctor / Physician
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The figures provided here are averages of numbers. Those figures should be taken as general guidelines. Salary increments will vary from person to person and depend on many factors, but your performance and contribution to the success of the organization remain the most important factors in determining how much and how often you will be granted a raise.

Bulgaria / All Professions

Annual Salary Increment Rate Bulgaria
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The term Annual Salary Increase usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rare that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one-year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.

How to calculate the salary increment percentage?

The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 / Increase Frequency

The average salary increase in one year (12 months) in Bulgaria is 4%.

Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

World Average Annual Salary Increment
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Salary Packages and Schemes

Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.

Bonus and Incentive Rates / Doctor / Physician / Bulgaria

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Bulgaria Doctor / Physician
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24% of surveyed staff in Doctor / Physician reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 76% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.

Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 5% to 9% of their annual salary.

Received Bonus
76%
No Bonus
24%

Types of Bonuses Considered

Individual Performance-Based Bonuses

The most standard form of bonus, where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.

Company Performance Bonuses

Occasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.

Goal-Based Bonuses

Granted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.

Holiday / End of Year Bonuses

These types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.

Bonuses Are Not Commissions!

People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.


What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?

The main two types of jobs

Revenue GeneratorsSupporting Cast

Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business.

Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations.

Example:
A graphics designer working for a graphics designing company.

Example:
A graphic designer in the marketing department of a hospital.


Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.

Try to work for companies where your skills can generate revenue. We can't all generate revenue and that's perfectly fine.

Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level

Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.

Hourly Average Wage / Doctor / Physician / Bulgaria


44 BGN per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Doctor / Physician in Bulgaria is 44 BGN.This is the rate they get paid for every worked hour.


Hourly Wage = Annual Salary / ( 52 x 5 x 8 )

About The Hourly Pay Rate

The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually, jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fixed amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.

What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?

The minimum pay rate per hour for people working in Doctor / Physician in Bulgaria is 16 BGN. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.

Salary Comparison By City

CityAverage Salary
Burgas7,950 BGN
Plovdiv8,580 BGN
Rousse7,790 BGN
Sofia8,890 BGN
Stara Zagora7,470 BGN
Varna8,260 BGN

Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working in a private company or the government? The difference between the public or government sector salaries and the private sector salaries in Bulgaria is 9% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
3,140 BGN
Public Sector+9%
3,440 BGN
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide

What is considered to be a good and competitive salary in Doctor / Physician in Bulgaria?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 6,970 BGN and 8,250 BGN. This is a very rough estimate. Experience and education play a very huge part in the final earnings.

Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)

All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary for jobs in Doctor / Physician in Bulgaria ranges from 2,850 BGN to 5,380 BGN. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range with a grain of salt.


What is the difference between the median and the average salary?

Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people earn more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary


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