Optometrists pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for optometrists is $63.25 an hour ($131,570 a year). About 1,110 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($136,570). Virginia ranks 34th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for optometrists in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.01 | $62,430 |
| 25% of workers | $51.40 | $106,900 |
| Half of workers (median) | $63.25 | $131,570 |
| 75% of workers | $78.79 | $163,890 |
| 90% of workers | $113.45 | $235,980 |
Optometrists pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Roanoke | $144,900 | 40 |
| Richmond | $131,080 | 180 |
| Lynchburg | $128,010 | 40 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 | $278,530 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $40,920 |
| Chiropractors | $88,030 |
| Registered Nurses | $93,600 |
| Pharmacists | $144,060 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,450 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $96,250 |
| Physician Assistants | $135,940 |
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