Optometrists Salary in South Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $110,440 -18.1% vs national
Median hourly $53.10
10th percentile $66,620
90th percentile $170,980
Employed locally 80
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,620
    25th
    $73,280
    50th (median)
    $110,440
    75th
    $145,170
    90th
    $170,980

    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$79,680
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$59,690
    Pharmacy Technicians$38,100
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$62,090
    Physical Therapists$91,560
    Nurse Practitioners$128,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in South Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in South Nebraska is $53.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $84.91 or more per hour.

    Is South Nebraska above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in South Nebraska is 18.1% 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 South Nebraska?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $66,620 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,280.