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Optometrists Salary Guide for Pennsylvania

optometrists working in Pennsylvania earn an average of $136,220.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
1,580
Annual Mean Salary
$136,220.00
Hourly Rate
$65.49
Estimated Monthly*
$10,478.40
*Based on 40-hour work week

Pennsylvania vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Pennsylvania's optometrists salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Pennsylvania offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

Pennsylvania demonstrates a strong upward salary trend for optometrists, surpassing the national average. This indicates a favorable market for professionals in the field within the state.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for optometrists can vary significantly within Pennsylvania. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington

Annual Mean Salary
$149,040.00
Hourly Rate
$71.65
Employment
750 professionals
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Harrisburg-Carlisle

Annual Mean Salary
$144,630.00
Hourly Rate
$69.54
Employment
80 professionals
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Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton

Annual Mean Salary
$143,470.00
Hourly Rate
$68.98
Employment
80 professionals
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York-Hanover

Annual Mean Salary
$137,630.00
Hourly Rate
$66.17
Employment
70 professionals
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Lancaster

Annual Mean Salary
$134,440.00
Hourly Rate
$64.64
Employment
70 professionals
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Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton

Annual Mean Salary
$129,000.00
Hourly Rate
$62.02
Employment
60 professionals
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Southern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$121,970.00
Hourly Rate
$58.64
Employment
60 professionals
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Pittsburgh

Annual Mean Salary
$119,190.00
Hourly Rate
$57.30
Employment
220 professionals
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Reading

Annual Mean Salary
$116,500.00
Hourly Rate
$56.01
Employment
40 professionals
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Western Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$110,440.00
Hourly Rate
$53.10
Employment
40 professionals
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Erie

Annual Mean Salary
$106,500.00
Hourly Rate
$51.20
Employment
70 professionals
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Northern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$101,630.00
Hourly Rate
$48.86
Employment
40 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.