Optometrists Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $132,350 -1.8% vs national
Median hourly $63.63
10th percentile $64,000
90th percentile —
Employed locally 50
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $64,000
    25th
    $125,770
    50th (median)
    $132,350
    75th
    $166,970

    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$82,800
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$60,420
    Pharmacy Technicians$38,290
    Physical Therapists$87,880
    Emergency Medical Technicians$41,250
    Pharmacists$132,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Southwest New York is $63.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $155.35 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Southwest New York is 1.8% 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 New York?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $64,000 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $125,770.