Optometrist Salary in Oregon
Based on 560+ workers in Oregon
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (OR)
$132,020
$63.47/hr
vs National Average
$136,108
-3.0% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$84K – $161K
560 employed in Oregon
Salary Distribution — Optometrist in Oregon
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $83,830 |
| 25th percentile | $102,030 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $132,020 |
| 75th percentile | $143,500 |
| 90th percentile | $161,480 |
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 Oregon 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 Oregon vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Oregon) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $125,020 |
| 2023 | $132,200 |
| 2024 | $119,980 |
| 2025 | $132,020 |
| 2026 (projected) | $139,941 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Oregon Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $125,020 | $121,162 |
| 2023 | $132,200 | $129,589 |
| 2024 | $119,980 | $131,624 |
| 2025 | $132,020 | $136,108 |
| 2026 (projected) | $139,941 | $144,274 |
Optometrist Salary by Experience Level in Oregon
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $102,030 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $132,020 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $143,500 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $161,480 |
Optometrist Salary in Other States
Related Optometrist Salaries in Oregon
How other high-demand occupations in Oregon compare to Optometrist ($132,020 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Optometrist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in OR | $395,340 | +199.5% | $190.07/hr |
| Psychiatrist in OR | $314,880 | +138.5% | $151.38/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in OR | $293,240 | +122.1% | $140.98/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in OR | $272,330 | +106.3% | $130.93/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in OR | $268,570 | +103.4% | $129.12/hr |
| Pediatrician in OR | $224,690 | +70.2% | $108.02/hr |
| Dentist in OR | $211,690 | +60.3% | $101.77/hr |
| Podiatrist in OR | $207,430 | +57.1% | $99.73/hr |
| Pharmacist in OR | $165,960 | +25.7% | $79.79/hr |
| Physician Assistant in OR | $155,780 | +18.0% | $74.89/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in OR | $155,680 | +17.9% | $74.85/hr |
| Nurse Midwife in OR | $146,900 | +11.3% | $70.63/hr |