Optometrists Salary in Northwestern Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $120,850 -10.4% vs national
Median hourly $58.10
10th percentile $63,760
90th percentile $158,250
Employed locally 30
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,760
    25th
    $94,150
    50th (median)
    $120,850
    75th
    $155,570
    90th
    $158,250

    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 Northwestern Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,130
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,860
    Pharmacy Technicians $38,890
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,360
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $60,680
    Paramedics $48,150

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Northwestern Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Northwestern Region of Texas is $58.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $77.75 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Region of Texas above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Northwestern Region of Texas is 10.4% 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 Northwestern Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $63,760 per year in Northwestern Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $94,150.