Optometrists Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $119,250 -11.6% vs national
Median hourly $57.33
10th percentile $76,250
90th percentile $167,170
Employed locally 40
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $76,250
    25th
    $94,390
    50th (median)
    $119,250
    75th
    $158,070
    90th
    $167,170

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $84,350
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,660
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,350
    Physicians, All Other $101,100
    Emergency Medical Technicians $38,130
    Psychiatric Technicians $48,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $57.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $76.19 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 11.6% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $76,250 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $94,390.