Optometrist Salary in Rhode Island
Based on 220+ workers in Rhode Island
Data year: 2024 · Last updated: May 2026
Median Annual Salary (RI)
$144,360
$69.404/hr
vs National Average
$131,624
+9.7% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$65K – $207K
220 employed in Rhode Island
Salary Distribution — Optometrist in Rhode Island
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $64,710 |
| 25th percentile | $87,110 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $144,360 |
| 75th percentile | $174,990 |
| 90th percentile | $207,430 |
Historical Salary Trend — Optometrist in Rhode Island vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $135,160 |
| 2024 | $144,360 |
| Year | Rhode Island Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $135,160 | $129,589 |
| 2024 | $144,360 | $131,624 |