Optometrists Salary in Maryland
Optometrists in Maryland earn a median of $165,840 a year, +21% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $165,840
- vs. U.S. median
- +21% ($136,570)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 780
Pay range in Maryland
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,560; the top 10% earn over $215,420. Nationally the range is $74,870 to $202,180.
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Optometrists pay in Maryland
How much do optometrists make in Maryland?
The median is $165,840 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,560 and the top 10% earn over $215,420. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Maryland a good state for optometrists?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 51 (+21% vs. the national median of $136,570). Living costs are not included.