Optometrists Salary in Washington
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • Washington
Optometrists in Washington earn a median salary of $149,623 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, +11% vs the national median of $134,830. An estimated 1,450 optometrists are employed across Washington, with salaries ranging from $134,800 to $163,320 depending on location.
$149,623
Avg median salary in Washington
$163,320
Highest paying metro
$134,800
Lowest paying metro
1,450
Employed in Washington
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Optometrists salaries by city in Washington
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $163,320 | $103,960 | $182,970 | 720 |
| Seattle, WA | $162,820 | $135,130 | $173,370 | 550 |
| Kennewick, WA | $151,320 | $124,710 | $168,420 | 40 |
| Eastern Washington | $147,640 | $131,270 | $166,250 | 40 |
| Olympia, WA | $137,840 | $123,360 | $158,320 | 30 |
| Spokane, WA | $134,800 | $110,630 | $152,410 | 70 |