Optometrists pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for optometrists is $67.17 an hour ($139,720 a year). About 790 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($136,570). Wisconsin ranks 19th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for optometrists in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.25 | $75,390 |
| 25% of workers | $54.63 | $113,620 |
| Half of workers (median) | $67.17 | $139,720 |
| 75% of workers | $82.35 | $171,280 |
| 90% of workers | $97.92 | $203,670 |
Optometrists pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $175,810 | 40 |
| Appleton | $150,060 | 60 |
| Green Bay | $144,840 | 40 |
| Wausau | $142,690 | 30 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $132,130 | 210 |
| Madison | $128,220 | 100 |
Wisconsin 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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|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $391,740 |
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| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $56,420 |
| Chiropractors | $83,020 |
| Registered Nurses | $95,530 |
| Pharmacists | $148,740 |
| Physical Therapists | $101,840 |
| Occupational Therapists | $92,390 |
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