Optometrists Salary in New York
Optometrists in New York earn a median of $161,140 a year, +18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $161,140
- vs. U.S. median
- +18% ($136,570)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,390
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $95,460; the top 10% earn over $203,040. Nationally the range is $74,870 to $202,180.
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Optometrists pay in New York
How much do optometrists make in New York?
The median is $161,140 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $95,460 and the top 10% earn over $203,040. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for optometrists?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 51 (+18% vs. the national median of $136,570). Living costs are not included.