Optometrists Salary in Central Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $129,830 -3.7% vs national
Median hourly $62.42
10th percentile $71,540
90th percentile $172,520
Employed locally 60
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $71,540
    25th
    $95,910
    50th (median)
    $129,830
    75th
    $136,230
    90th
    $172,520

    Top-paying metros for Optometrists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN $176,930
    Asheville, NC $167,980
    Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area $166,920
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $165,870
    Alaska $165,830
    Reno, NV $165,060

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$80,280
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$63,050
    Pharmacy Technicians$38,530
    Psychiatric Technicians$37,640
    Emergency Medical Technicians$37,510
    Nurse Practitioners$124,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Central Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Central Indiana is $62.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $84.67 or more per hour.

    Is Central Indiana above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Central Indiana is 3.7% below the national median of $134,830. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Optometrists in Central Indiana?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $71,540 per year in Central Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $95,910.