Optometrists Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $119,750 -11.2% vs national
Median hourly $57.57
10th percentile $45,610
90th percentile $159,370
Employed locally 50
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,610
    25th
    $78,960
    50th (median)
    $119,750
    75th
    $137,800
    90th
    $159,370

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$78,980
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$58,220
    Pharmacy Technicians$39,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians$36,980
    Pharmacists$134,760
    Nurse Practitioners$120,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Southern Ohio is $57.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.25 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Southern Ohio is 11.2% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $45,610 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,960.