Optometrists Salary in Louisiana
Ranked #45 of 51 · LA
14.5% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $121,000 ≈ $58/hr
Median annual salary $118,060
Employment 250
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $45,420P25 $101,270 Median $118,060P75 $148,030P90 $183,670
About 80% of optometristss in Louisiana earn between $45,420 and $183,670. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean optometrists salary in Louisiana is $121,000, about 14.5% below the U.S. average ($141,550). That works out to roughly $58/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Louisiana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $136,200 | $138,070 | 50 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $115,210 | $117,070 | 40 |