Optometrists pay in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, the median pay for optometrists is $46.80 an hour ($97,350 a year). About 570 people work in this job there.
That is 29% lower than the U.S. median ($136,570). Oklahoma ranks 51st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for optometrists in Oklahoma
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.84 | $59,990 |
| 25% of workers | $36.87 | $76,690 |
| Half of workers (median) | $46.80 | $97,350 |
| 75% of workers | $71.95 | $149,660 |
| 90% of workers | $83.95 | $174,620 |
Optometrists pay in Oklahoma metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | $104,870 | 170 |
| Tulsa | $100,250 | 190 |
Oklahoma unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 | $259,220 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $37,920 |
| Chiropractors | $85,580 |
| Registered Nurses | $82,920 |
| Pharmacists | $135,140 |
| Physical Therapists | $98,590 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $78,800 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $84,470 |
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