Optometrist Salary in Nebraska
Based on 370+ workers in Nebraska
Data year: 2024 · Last updated: May 2026
Median Annual Salary (NE)
$116,850
$56.178/hr
vs National Average
$131,624
-11.2% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$65K – $192K
370 employed in Nebraska
Salary Distribution — Optometrist in Nebraska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $64,550 |
| 25th percentile | $75,510 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $116,850 |
| 75th percentile | $159,800 |
| 90th percentile | $191,760 |
Historical Salary Trend — Optometrist in Nebraska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $120,020 |
| 2023 | $123,970 |
| 2024 | $116,850 |
| Year | Nebraska Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $120,020 | $121,162 |
| 2023 | $123,970 | $129,589 |
| 2024 | $116,850 | $131,624 |