Optometrists pay in Oregon
In Oregon, the median pay for optometrists is $63.47 an hour ($132,020 a year). About 560 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($136,570). Oregon ranks 33rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for optometrists in Oregon
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $40.30 | $83,830 |
| 25% of workers | $49.05 | $102,030 |
| Half of workers (median) | $63.47 | $132,020 |
| 75% of workers | $68.99 | $143,500 |
| 90% of workers | $77.64 | $161,480 |
Optometrists pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $136,250 | 350 |
| Salem | $134,590 | 60 |
| Bend | $129,810 | 40 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $125,760 | 40 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 | $347,180 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $50,020 |
| Chiropractors | $81,540 |
| Registered Nurses | $129,010 |
| Pharmacists | $165,960 |
| Physical Therapists | $103,510 |
| Physician Assistants | $155,780 |
| Dentists, General | $211,690 |
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