Optometrists Salary in Northeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $114,360 -15.2% vs national
Median hourly $54.98
10th percentile $55,750
90th percentile $156,770
Employed locally 30
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,750
    25th
    $72,770
    50th (median)
    $114,360
    75th
    $124,940
    90th
    $156,770

    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 Northeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $67,800
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $49,840
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,590
    Pharmacists $128,790
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $45,320
    Nurse Practitioners $108,960

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Northeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Northeast Alabama is $54.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $75.37 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Alabama above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Northeast Alabama is 15.2% 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 Northeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $55,750 per year in Northeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,770.