Optometrists pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for optometrists is $61.94 an hour ($128,830 a year). About 870 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($136,570). Georgia ranks 36th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for optometrists in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.54 | $51,030 |
| 25% of workers | $50.41 | $104,850 |
| Half of workers (median) | $61.94 | $128,830 |
| 75% of workers | $76.51 | $159,140 |
| 90% of workers | $91.16 | $189,610 |
Optometrists pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah | $159,330 | 30 |
| Albany | $134,250 | 40 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $130,390 | 70 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $128,830 | 450 |
| Columbus | $121,830 | 30 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for optometrists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +9.5% over ten years, much faster than average · about 2,000 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $266,880 |
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| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $39,150 |
| Chiropractors | $61,660 |
| Registered Nurses | $93,550 |
| Pharmacists | $137,120 |
| Physical Therapists | $102,700 |
| Physician Assistants | $115,390 |
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