Optometrists Salary in Eastern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $102,990 -23.6% vs national
Median hourly $49.51
10th percentile $46,000
90th percentile $157,870
Employed locally 30
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,000
    25th
    $77,990
    50th (median)
    $102,990
    75th
    $134,660
    90th
    $157,870

    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 Eastern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $77,830
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,720
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,510
    Physicians, All Other $506,500
    Nurse Practitioners $124,450
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $66,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Eastern Ohio is $49.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.72 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Eastern Ohio is 23.6% 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 Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $46,000 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,990.