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Optometrists Salary in Texas
Ranked #43 of 51 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of optometristss in Texas earn between $54,180 and $164,420. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean optometrists salary in Texas is $124,760, about 11.9% below the U.S. average ($141,550). That works out to roughly $60/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Killeen-Temple, TX | $160,460 | $168,490 | 30 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $140,790 | $132,620 | 870 |
| Lubbock, TX | $140,070 | $127,010 | 60 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $138,120 | $126,160 | 70 |
| El Paso, TX | $132,240 | $117,000 | 70 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX | $131,060 | $135,210 | 40 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $130,460 | $132,470 | 350 |
| McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX | $130,450 | $118,870 | 50 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do optometrists make in Texas?
The median optometrists salary in Texas is $126,000 per year (mean $124,760), and about 80% earn between $54,180 and $164,420.
How much do optometrists make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $60 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $124,760 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for optometrists?
Texas ranks #43 of 51 states for optometrists pay. Its mean salary of $124,760 is about 11.9% below the U.S. average of $141,550.
Which metro areas in Texas pay optometrists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for optometrists are Killeen-Temple, TX ($160,460), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($140,790), Lubbock, TX ($140,070), by median annual wage.