Optometrists Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $121,520 -9.9% vs national
Median hourly $58.43
10th percentile $78,200
90th percentile $165,000
Employed locally 70
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $78,200
    25th
    $98,750
    50th (median)
    $121,520
    75th
    $144,800
    90th
    $165,000

    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

    Related occupations in Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,270
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,480
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,050
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,660
    Physical Therapists $94,140
    Pharmacists $132,770

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Central Pennsylvania is $58.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $76.31 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Central Pennsylvania is 9.9% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $78,200 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $98,750.