Optometrist Salary in Maryland
Based on 870+ workers in Maryland
Data year: 2024 · Last updated: May 2026
Median Annual Salary (MD)
$157,830
$75.88/hr
vs National Average
$131,624
+19.9% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$51K – $196K
870 employed in Maryland
Salary Distribution — Optometrist in Maryland
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $51,130 |
| 25th percentile | $84,950 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $157,830 |
| 75th percentile | $170,030 |
| 90th percentile | $196,360 |
Historical Salary Trend — Optometrist in Maryland vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $134,070 |
| 2023 | $163,510 |
| 2024 | $157,830 |
| Year | Maryland Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $134,070 | $121,162 |
| 2023 | $163,510 | $129,589 |
| 2024 | $157,830 | $131,624 |