Optometrists Salary in Northern Vermont

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

Median annual salary $137,290 +1.8% vs national
Median hourly $66.01
10th percentile $111,400
90th percentile $178,470
Employed locally 30
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $111,400
    25th
    $130,370
    50th (median)
    $137,290
    75th
    $165,380
    90th
    $178,470

    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 Vermont

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $82,370
    Emergency Medical Technicians $39,040
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $64,510
    Nurse Practitioners $130,980
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,300
    Physical Therapists $87,230

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Northern Vermont?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Northern Vermont is $66.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $85.80 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Vermont above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Northern Vermont is 1.8% 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 Northern Vermont?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $111,400 per year in Northern Vermont. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $130,370.