Optometrists Salary in Southeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,910 -39.2% vs national
Median hourly $39.38
10th percentile $39,200
90th percentile $138,720
Employed locally 30
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,200
    25th
    $53,880
    50th (median)
    $81,910
    75th
    $129,360
    90th
    $138,720

    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 $65,250
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $48,590
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,650
    Psychiatric Technicians $26,360
    Pharmacists $130,200
    Paramedics $40,150

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Southeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Southeast Alabama is $39.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $66.69 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Alabama above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Southeast Alabama is 39.2% 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 Southeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $39,200 per year in Southeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,880.