Optometrists Salary in Southwest Oklahoma

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

Median annual salary $91,030 -32.5% vs national
Median hourly $43.76
10th percentile $54,090
90th percentile $160,660
Employed locally 30
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $54,090
    25th
    $65,330
    50th (median)
    $91,030
    75th
    $129,120
    90th
    $160,660

    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 Oklahoma

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $72,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,300
    Pharmacists $108,190
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,630
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $56,160
    Nurse Practitioners $126,870

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Southwest Oklahoma?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Southwest Oklahoma is $43.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $77.24 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Oklahoma above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Southwest Oklahoma is 32.5% 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 Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $54,090 per year in Southwest Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,330.