Optometrists Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $127,980 -5.1% vs national
Median hourly $61.53
10th percentile $70,060
90th percentile $208,020
Employed locally 50
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $70,060
    25th
    $93,780
    50th (median)
    $127,980
    75th
    $161,270
    90th
    $208,020

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,950
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,810
    Pharmacy Technicians $40,480
    Dental Hygienists $81,680
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,990
    Physicians, All Other $259,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in East Central Illinois is $61.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $103.73 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in East Central Illinois is 5.1% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $70,060 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $93,780.