Optometrists Salary in Northern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $123,040 -8.7% vs national
Median hourly $59.15
10th percentile $76,900
90th percentile $156,490
Employed locally 50
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $76,900
    25th
    $97,760
    50th (median)
    $123,040
    75th
    $136,820
    90th
    $156,490

    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 Northern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$77,470
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$61,760
    Pharmacy Technicians$37,610
    Psychiatric Technicians$37,890
    Emergency Medical Technicians$40,210
    Dental Hygienists$81,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Northern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Northern Indiana is $59.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $87.98 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Indiana above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Northern Indiana is 8.7% 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 Northern Indiana?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $76,900 per year in Northern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $97,760.