Optometrists Salary in Southern Vermont

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

Median annual salary $136,550 +1.3% vs national
Median hourly $65.65
10th percentile $55,730
90th percentile $172,710
Employed locally 30
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,730
    25th
    $124,060
    50th (median)
    $136,550
    75th
    $148,200
    90th
    $172,710

    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 Vermont

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $86,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $64,240
    Emergency Medical Technicians $38,840
    Physicians, All Other $337,080
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,930
    Physical Therapists $94,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Southern Vermont?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Southern Vermont is $65.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $83.03 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Vermont above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Southern Vermont is 1.3% 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 Southern Vermont?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $55,730 per year in Southern Vermont. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $124,060.