Optometrist Salary in Connecticut
Based on 410+ workers in Connecticut
Data year: 2024 · Last updated: May 2026
Median Annual Salary (CT)
$143,000
$68.75/hr
vs National Average
$131,624
+8.6% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$50K – $217K
410 employed in Connecticut
Salary Distribution — Optometrist in Connecticut
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $49,760 |
| 25th percentile | $136,360 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $143,000 |
| 75th percentile | $163,270 |
| 90th percentile | $217,040 |
Historical Salary Trend — Optometrist in Connecticut vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $140,000 |
| 2023 | $147,260 |
| 2024 | $143,000 |
| Year | Connecticut Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $140,000 | $121,162 |
| 2023 | $147,260 | $129,589 |
| 2024 | $143,000 | $131,624 |