How much does a Facial prosthetist make

  1. Salary statistics
  2. Facial prosthetist
Image that illustrates Facial prosthetist

Facial prosthetist salary

38 000 kr

Dental technicians and orthopedic engineers etc.

What will be the salary after tax?

33 900 - 48 800 kr / month

Women earn 89% of what men do.

Tekniskt arbete

Salary progression Facial prosthetist

20142014201520152016201620172017201820182019201920202020202120212022202220232023
Average salary 38 000 kr
Males 40 000 kr
Females 35 700 kr
Profession Facial prosthetist and its salary
1 Likes 0 Comments

What Does a Facial Prosthetist Do?

As a facial prosthetist, you work on creating and adapting prostheses for the face, which can include noses, eyes, and ears. This profession falls within the category of dental technicians and orthopedic engineers. Facial prosthetists work closely with medical specialists and patients to create prostheses that are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing. The work requires a combination of technical skill and artistic sense to recreate natural shapes and appearances.

Salary for a Facial Prosthetist

The salary for a facial prosthetist varies depending on several factors such as gender, sector, and level of education. The average monthly salary for this profession is 38 000 SEK. Women in the field earn an average of 35 700 SEK, which is approximately 89% of what their male counterparts earn, who on average earn 40 000 SEK. As an hourly employee, the average hourly wage is 228 SEK, based on 166 working hours per month.

Salary Development and Variances

The salary for facial prosthetists has seen an increase from 36 800 SEK to 38 000 SEK since the last measurement. The highest reported salary for a man in the municipal sector, with a doctoral degree, is 48800 SEK. For women, the highest salary is 42900 SEK. On the other hand, the lowest salary for women in the profession is 33900 SEK, while for men it is 38600 SEK.

Education and Qualifications

To become a facial prosthetist, a typical requirement is education in dental technology or orthopedic technology, followed by specialization in facial prosthetics. Programs can often be found at universities and vocational schools, and it is important to have a strong foundation in both technical and artistic education. Several schools also offer courses and workshops to further develop specific skills in the field.

Work Environment and Benefits

The work environment for a facial prosthetist can vary. Many work in clinical settings or laboratories, often with advanced technology and materials. When it comes to benefits, these vary depending on the employer. Some workplaces may offer flexibility such as the opportunity for remote work or access to further education. However, this is not always standard within the industry.

Future Outlook and Competition

According to information from the Swedish Public Employment Service and its forecasts, it is difficult to make precise assessments of the future outlook for facial prosthetists, as the profession is part of a broader occupational group where specific data is lacking. Generally, the demand for skilled technicians in the medical field is stable, but competition can be tough depending on the geographical region and specialization.

Who has the highest salary?
The highest salary for a Facial prosthetist is 48800 kr. This salary belongs to a man working in the Municipal sector with a postgraduate education. The highest salary for a woman in this profession is 42900 kr.
Who has the lowest salary?
The lowest salary for a Facial prosthetist is 33900 kr. This salary belongs to a woman also working in the Multiple sectors. The lowest salary for a man in this profession is 38600 kr.
Salary distributed by age and sector
Age Women's salary as a percentage of men's Base salary Monthly salary
25-34 93% 34200 kr 34500 kr
35-44 97% 37100 kr 37300 kr
45-54 87% 38700 kr 39000 kr
55-64 90% 39900 kr 40100 kr
Snitt 89% 37700 kr 38000 kr
* Empty columns indicate that the statistical data was insufficient to allow for a statistically significant conclusion.
Salary per sector
AllAllPublic Public Municipal Municipal County council County council Private officialsPrivate officialsPublic Public Private Private 5000050000400004000030000300002000020000100001000000
Download SVG
Download PNG
Download CSV
Salary based on education
All levels of educationAll levels of educationUpper secondary edu...Upper secondary education, maximum 2 yearsHigh school education...High school education, 3 yearsPost-secondary educat...Post-secondary education, less than 3 yearsPost-secondary educa...Post-secondary education, 3 years or morePostgraduate educat...Postgraduate education5000050000400004000030000300002000020000100001000000
Download SVG
Download PNG
Download CSV
Register an account before you can comment

To write a comment you need to create an account.

Default Avatar

About the data

All information displayed on this page is based on data from the Swedish Central Bureau of Statistics (SCB), the Swedish Tax Agency and the Swedish employment agency. Learn more about our data and data sources here.

All figures are gross salaries, meaning salaries before tax. The average salary, or mean salary, is calculated by adding up the total salary for all individuals within the profession and dividing it by the number of individuals. For specific job categories, we have also considered various criteria such as experience and education.

Profession Facial prosthetist has the SSYK code 3214, which we use to match against the SCB database to obtain the latest salary statistics.

Search salary statistics for occupation
8000 kr
<-|->
140000 kr
Vacant jobs
Show more
Similar occupations
Latest posts
  • Swedens Policy Rate - Swedish Central Bank Keeps Key Interest Rate Unchanged: Effects and Forecasts

    Swedens Policy Rate

    Swedish Central Bank Keeps Key Interest Rate Unchanged: Effects and Forecasts

    Thu, 20 Mar 2025 - 14:02
  • Electricity prices - Electricity Prices in Sweden: March 20-21, 2025

    Electricity prices

    Electricity Prices in Sweden: March 20-21, 2025

    Thu, 20 Mar 2025 - 13:01
  • Promocode - Exclusive Offer: Purchase Charging Station with Installation at Evify!

    Promocode

    Exclusive Offer: Purchase Charging Station with Installation at Evify!

    Thu, 20 Mar 2025 - 11:01
  • Inflation - Inflation in February 2025: KPIF Rises to 2.9%

    Inflation

    Inflation in February 2025: KPIF Rises to 2.9%

    Thu, 13 Mar 2025 - 08:36
  • National Debt - Sweden's National Debt at Historical Low

    National Debt

    Sweden's National Debt at Historical Low

    Mon, 10 Mar 2025 - 10:06
Salary, Taxes, and Fees
Net salary 31 377
Net salary
31 377
Taxes
11 738
Fees
12 129

With our Swedish tax calculator, you can easily calculate your after-tax income (net salary).

Swedish Church Member

* Updated with 2025 taxes

Explore more topics