Optometrists Salary in California
Optometrists in California earn a median of $136,300 a year, 0% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $136,300
- vs. U.S. median
- 0% ($136,570)
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,890
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $99,890; the top 10% earn over $213,710. Nationally the range is $74,870 to $202,180.
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Optometrists pay in California
How much do optometrists make in California?
The median is $136,300 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $99,890 and the top 10% earn over $213,710. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for optometrists?
On pay alone it ranks 22 of 51 (0% vs. the national median of $136,570). Living costs are not included.