BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Optometrists in California earn between $99,890 and $213,710, with a mean of $147,420. The national average for this role is $141,554.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| California | $147,420 |
| National Average | $141,554 |
| Alaska | $165,120 |
| New Jersey | $161,110 |
| North Carolina | $161,030 |
| Maine | $160,730 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. California. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.