Compare One Occupation Across States
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Optometrists
Full optometrists overview →U.S. mean $141,550 · median $136,570
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | #1 | $165,120 | $170,310 | $79 | +16.7% | $98,530–$218,180 |
| New Jersey | #2 | $161,110 | $159,040 | $77 | +13.8% | $104,730–$232,960 |
| North Carolina | #3 | $161,030 | $161,560 | $77 | +13.8% | $94,320–$215,340 |
| Maine | #4 | $160,730 | $154,110 | $77 | +13.5% | $102,600–$241,200 |