Optometrists Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $128,600 -4.6% vs national
Median hourly $61.83
10th percentile $78,160
90th percentile $172,550
Employed locally 30
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $78,160
    25th
    $94,410
    50th (median)
    $128,600
    75th
    $142,560
    90th
    $172,550

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,760
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,840
    Pharmacists $139,020
    Emergency Medical Technicians $37,460
    Physical Therapists $98,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $61.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $82.96 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 4.6% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $78,160 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $94,410.