Optometrist Salary in Nevada
Based on 430+ workers in Nevada
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NV)
$135,650
$65.22/hr
vs National Average
$136,108
-0.3% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$75K – $182K
430 employed in Nevada
Salary Distribution — Optometrist in Nevada
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $74,530 |
| 25th percentile | $101,030 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $135,650 |
| 75th percentile | $175,380 |
| 90th percentile | $181,520 |
Top-Paying Industries for Optometrist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Optometrists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Optometrists in Nevada tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $166,410 | 60 |
| Administrative and Support Services | $160,100 | — |
| Retail Trade | $159,250 | 6K |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $134,370 | 36K |
| Educational Services | $124,280 | 110 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Optometrist in Nevada vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nevada) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $111,710 |
| 2023 | $118,040 |
| 2024 | $146,760 |
| 2025 | $135,650 |
| 2026 (projected) | $135,650 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Nevada Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $111,710 | $121,162 |
| 2023 | $118,040 | $129,589 |
| 2024 | $146,760 | $131,624 |
| 2025 | $135,650 | $136,108 |
| 2026 (projected) | $135,650 | $136,108 |
Optometrist Salary by Experience Level in Nevada
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $101,030 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $135,650 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $175,380 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $181,520 |
Optometrist Salary in Other States
Related Optometrist Salaries in Nevada
How other high-demand occupations in Nevada compare to Optometrist ($135,650 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Optometrist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologist in NV | $386,210 | +184.7% | $185.68/hr |
| Surgeon in NV | $326,520 | +140.7% | $156.98/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in NV | $251,550 | +85.4% | $120.94/hr |
| Psychiatrist in NV | $210,030 | +54.8% | $100.98/hr |
| Podiatrist in NV | $204,990 | +51.1% | $98.55/hr |
| Dentist in NV | $162,200 | +19.6% | $77.98/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in NV | $140,670 | +3.7% | $67.63/hr |
| Pharmacist in NV | $140,030 | +3.2% | $67.32/hr |
| Physician Assistant in NV | $134,660 | -0.7% | $64.74/hr |
| Veterinarian in NV | $125,550 | -7.4% | $60.36/hr |
| Medical and Health Services Manager in NV | $119,990 | -11.5% | $57.69/hr |
| Dental Hygienist in NV | $115,290 | -15.0% | $55.43/hr |