Optometrists Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $104,990 -22.1% vs national
Median hourly $50.48
10th percentile $48,430
90th percentile $191,850
Employed locally 60
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,430
    25th
    $62,810
    50th (median)
    $104,990
    75th
    $139,760
    90th
    $191,850

    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$89,650
    Physical Therapists$95,640
    Pharmacy Technicians$47,590
    Dental Hygienists$102,020
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$63,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians$44,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Southwest Colorado is $50.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $77.90 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Southwest Colorado is 22.1% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $48,430 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,810.