Optometrists Salary in Wisconsin
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • Wisconsin
Optometrists in Wisconsin earn a median salary of $141,674 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, +5.1% vs the national median of $134,830. An estimated 580 optometrists are employed across Wisconsin, with salaries ranging from $124,070 to $176,930 depending on location.
$141,674
Avg median salary in Wisconsin
$176,930
Highest paying metro
$124,070
Lowest paying metro
580
Employed in Wisconsin
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Optometrists salaries by city in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Crosse, WI-MN | $176,930 | $130,950 | $195,990 | 40 |
| Green Bay, WI | $144,010 | $105,250 | $171,120 | 50 |
| Wausau, WI | $142,690 | $122,350 | $177,620 | 30 |
| Milwaukee, WI | $142,380 | $109,300 | $166,760 | 220 |
| Appleton, WI | $138,050 | $108,060 | $176,730 | 50 |
| Northeastern Wisconsin | $134,810 | $102,740 | $161,440 | 60 |
| South Central Wisconsin | $130,450 | $100,230 | $149,280 | 40 |
| Madison, WI | $124,070 | $109,670 | $170,550 | 90 |