Optometrist Salary in Rhode Island
Based on 250+ workers in Rhode Island
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: June 2026
Median Annual Salary (RI)
$134,520
$64.673/hr
vs National Average
$136,108
-1.2% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$72K – $216K
250 employed in Rhode Island
Salary Distribution — Optometrist in Rhode Island
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $71,670 |
| 25th percentile | $114,090 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $134,520 |
| 75th percentile | $167,930 |
| 90th percentile | $215,640 |
Historical Salary Trend — Optometrist in Rhode Island vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $135,160 |
| 2024 | $144,360 |
| 2025 | $134,520 |
| Year | Rhode Island Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $135,160 | $129,589 |
| 2024 | $144,360 | $131,624 |
| 2025 | $134,520 | $136,108 |