Optometrist Salary in New York
Explore optometrist salaries in New York including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in NY
$160,850
Monthly: $13,404
Biweekly: $6,187
Entry Level
$97,289
Monthly: $8,107
Biweekly: $3,742
Senior Level
$220,520
Monthly: $18,377
Biweekly: $8,482
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $97,289 | $160,850 | $220,520 |
| Monthly | $8,107 | $13,404 | $18,377 |
| Biweekly | $3,742 | $6,187 | $8,482 |
| Weekly | $1,871 | $3,093 | $4,241 |
| Hourly | $47 | $77 | $106 |
NY vs National Comparison
National Median
$128,680
NY Median
$160,850
Difference
+$32,170
Multiplier
1.25x
About This Career
Perform eye exams and prescribe corrective lenses and treatments.
Education
Doctor of Optometry (OD); licensure required
Key Skills
Eye ExaminationLens PrescriptionPatient CareDiagnostic Skills
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