Optometrists Salary in Coast Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $98,090 -27.2% vs national
Median hourly $47.16
10th percentile $54,960
90th percentile $139,840
Employed locally 40
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $54,960
    25th
    $78,010
    50th (median)
    $98,090
    75th
    $116,200
    90th
    $139,840

    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 Coast Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $106,810
    Pharmacy Technicians $49,770
    Dental Hygienists $103,310
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,260
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $64,620
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $74,610

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Coast Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Coast Oregon is $47.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.84 or more per hour.

    Is Coast Oregon above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Coast Oregon is 27.2% 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 Coast Oregon?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $54,960 per year in Coast Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,010.