Optometrists Salary in Northeast Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $135,360 +0.4% vs national
Median hourly $65.08
10th percentile $66,620
90th percentile —
Employed locally 30
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,620
    25th
    $101,990
    50th (median)
    $135,360
    75th
    $161,270

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,410
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $61,600
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,480
    Nurse Practitioners $130,830
    Pharmacists $130,020
    Physical Therapists $97,890

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Northeast Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Northeast Nebraska is $65.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $87.08 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Nebraska above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Northeast Nebraska is 0.4% above 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $66,620 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $101,990.