Optometrists Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $121,180 -10.1% vs national
Median hourly $58.26
10th percentile $98,120
90th percentile $197,990
Employed locally 90
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $98,120
    25th
    $102,130
    50th (median)
    $121,180
    75th
    $149,980
    90th
    $197,990

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $75,300
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,080
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,980
    Emergency Medical Technicians $33,710
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $61,700
    Pharmacists $132,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Kansas is $58.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $87.98 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Kansas is 10.1% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $98,120 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $102,130.