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Optometrist salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does an Optometrist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$153,873
Average $153,873
Low $114,378
High $207,005

The average salary for a optometrist is $153,873 per year in the United States. 6.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 22, 2026).

Optometrist job openings in United States

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Independent Optometrist - Walm...
Walmart3.4out of 5 stars.
Oklahoma City, OK
2 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Optometrist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Veteran Medical Group
 
$416,000per year
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Maximus
 
$390,000per year
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DT-Trak Consulting
 
$293,429per year
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tms
 
$278,720per year
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Millbrook Support Services
 
$276,900per year
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County of Ventura Government
 
$268,667per year
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Highest paying cities for Optometrists near United States

  1. Buffalo, NY
    $579,445 per year
  2. Syracuse, NY
    $533,989 per year
  3. New York, NY
    $393,163 per year
  4. Brooklyn, NY
    $211,223 per year
  5. Albany, NY
    $163,194 per year

Where can an Optometrist earn more?

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How much do similar professions as Optometrist get paid in United States?

Associate Optometrist

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Senior Optometrist

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Average $160,803 per year