Optometrists Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $155,770 +15.5% vs national
Median hourly $74.89
10th percentile $104,760
90th percentile $201,260
Employed locally 40
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $104,760
    25th
    $126,500
    50th (median)
    $155,770
    75th
    $195,670
    90th
    $201,260

    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 Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $90,450
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,630
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,110
    Pharmacists $145,600
    Dental Hygienists $93,910
    Emergency Medical Technicians $39,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Southeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Southeast Minnesota is $74.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $100.04 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Minnesota above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Southeast Minnesota is 15.5% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $104,760 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $126,500.