Optometrists Salary in District of Columbia

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia

Optometrists in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $163,320 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +21.1% vs the national median of $134,830. An estimated 720 optometrists are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $163,320 to $163,320 depending on location.

$163,320 Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$163,320 Highest paying metro
$163,320 Lowest paying metro
720 Employed in District of Columbia

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      Metro area Median salary 25th pct 75th pct Employed
      Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV $163,320 $103,960 $182,970 720

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