Salary guide · PT
Doctor salary in Lisbon: can you afford rent?
A Doctor in Lisbon typically earns €41,000–€127,000/year, with a median around €69,000/year. Median 1-bedroom rent is €1,650/month.
Affordability verdict
At a typical Doctor salary of €69,000/year, spending on median Lisbon rent (€1,650/mo) would take up 29% of gross income. That's within the recommended 30% threshold — a manageable situation.
Doctor salary range in Lisbon
€41,000
Entry level
lower quartile
€69,000
Typical
median estimate
€127,000
Experienced
upper quartile
Medical doctors diagnose and treat patients, working in hospitals, clinics, and private practice. Figures are gross annual salary estimates for Lisbon.
How much rent can a Doctor afford?
Rent landscape in Lisbon
€950
Budget
cheapest 10%
€1,650
Median
most common
€2,900
Premium
top 10%
1-bedroom equivalent. INE Portugal + Confidencial Imobiliário rental index 2024 — income data limited · 2024
Frequently asked questions
What does a Doctor earn in Lisbon?
A Doctor in Lisbon typically earns between €41,000 and €127,000/year, with a median around €69,000/year. Salaries vary by experience, employer, and sector.
Can a Doctor afford to live in Lisbon?
At a typical Doctor salary of €69,000/year, median Lisbon rent (€1,650/month) takes up 29% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold. Budget options in Lisbon start around €950/month.
How much rent can a Doctor afford in Lisbon?
On a median Doctor salary of €69,000/year, the recommended 30% rent budget is €1,725/month. Compared to Lisbon's median rent of €1,650/month, this means median-priced accommodation is within reach.
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