Optometrists Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $124,360 -7.8% vs national
Median hourly $59.79
10th percentile $76,920
90th percentile $227,300
Employed locally 50
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $76,920
    25th
    $97,220
    50th (median)
    $124,360
    75th
    $138,580
    90th
    $227,300

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,450
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,300
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,830
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $71,690
    Nurse Practitioners $121,050
    Emergency Medical Technicians $39,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Southern Indiana is $59.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $92.62 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Southern Indiana is 7.8% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $76,920 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $97,220.