Optometrists Salary in South Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $140,820 +4.4% vs national
Median hourly $67.70
10th percentile $96,440
90th percentile $156,030
Employed locally 60
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $96,440
    25th
    $126,190
    50th (median)
    $140,820
    75th
    $149,990
    90th
    $156,030

    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 $80,230
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,730
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,490
    Occupational Therapists $83,200
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $63,530
    Physicians, All Other $339,350

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in South Illinois is $67.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $93.09 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in South Illinois is 4.4% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $96,440 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $126,190.