Optometrists Salary in Southwest Maine

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

Median annual salary $127,530 -5.4% vs national
Median hourly $61.31
10th percentile $77,990
90th percentile $235,420
Employed locally 40
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $77,990
    25th
    $115,800
    50th (median)
    $127,530
    75th
    $166,110
    90th
    $235,420

    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 $84,400
    Pharmacy Technicians $41,230
    Emergency Medical Technicians $44,670
    Physical Therapists $94,130
    Nurse Practitioners $127,500
    Pharmacists $140,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Southwest Maine is $61.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $115.96 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Southwest Maine is 5.4% 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 Maine?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $77,990 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $115,800.