Optometrists Salary in Northern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $118,250 -12.3% vs national
Median hourly $56.85
10th percentile $57,500
90th percentile $165,940
Employed locally 50
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,500
    25th
    $78,010
    50th (median)
    $118,250
    75th
    $128,860
    90th
    $165,940

    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 Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,120
    Pharmacy Technicians $38,930
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,510
    Dental Hygienists $76,100
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,140
    Pharmacists $133,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Northern Michigan is $56.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $83.56 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Northern Michigan is 12.3% 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 Michigan?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $57,500 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,010.