Optometrists Salary in Mid Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $125,990 -6.6% vs national
Median hourly $60.57
10th percentile $69,610
90th percentile $160,590
Employed locally 60
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $69,610
    25th
    $99,000
    50th (median)
    $125,990
    75th
    $133,160
    90th
    $160,590

    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 Mid Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,190
    Pharmacy Technicians $38,200
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $61,780
    Pharmacists $130,580
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $61,760
    Dental Hygienists $71,160

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Mid Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Mid Michigan is $60.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $98.95 or more per hour.

    Is Mid Michigan above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Mid Michigan is 6.6% 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 Mid Michigan?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $69,610 per year in Mid Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $99,000.