Optometrists Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $114,120 -15.4% vs national
Median hourly $54.86
10th percentile $84,700
90th percentile $206,000
Employed locally 70
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $84,700
    25th
    $94,200
    50th (median)
    $114,120
    75th
    $150,920
    90th
    $206,000

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $86,430
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $57,440
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,470
    Emergency Medical Technicians $41,580
    Pharmacists $146,680
    Physical Therapists $99,670

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Northwest Minnesota is $54.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $99.74 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Northwest Minnesota is 15.4% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $84,700 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $94,200.