Optometrists Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $138,580 +2.8% vs national
Median hourly $66.62
10th percentile $97,450
90th percentile $207,450
Employed locally 40
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $97,450
    25th
    $103,530
    50th (median)
    $138,580
    75th
    $159,760
    90th
    $207,450

    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 Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $84,710
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,360
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,500
    Emergency Medical Technicians $41,440
    Pharmacists $141,530
    Dental Hygienists $94,960

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Southwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Southwest Minnesota is $66.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $99.74 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Minnesota above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Southwest Minnesota is 2.8% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $97,450 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $103,530.