Optometrists Salary in Connecticut
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Connecticut
Optometrists in Connecticut earn a median salary of $144,135 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +6.9% vs the national median of $134,830. An estimated 300 optometrists are employed across Connecticut, with salaries ranging from $136,590 to $162,450 depending on location.
$144,135
Avg median salary in Connecticut
$162,450
Highest paying metro
$136,590
Lowest paying metro
300
Employed in Connecticut
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Optometrists salaries by city in Connecticut
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven, CT | $162,450 | $138,240 | $175,170 | 110 |
| Norwich, CT | $139,230 | $136,230 | $162,280 | 30 |
| Hartford, CT | $138,270 | $49,300 | $147,030 | 110 |
| Waterbury, CT | $136,590 | $131,870 | $156,260 | 50 |