Optometrist Salary in Alaska
Explore optometrist salaries in Alaska including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in AK
$135,114
Monthly: $11,260
Biweekly: $5,197
Entry Level
$81,723
Monthly: $6,810
Biweekly: $3,143
Senior Level
$185,237
Monthly: $15,436
Biweekly: $7,125
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $81,723 | $135,114 | $185,237 |
| Monthly | $6,810 | $11,260 | $15,436 |
| Biweekly | $3,143 | $5,197 | $7,125 |
| Weekly | $1,572 | $2,598 | $3,562 |
| Hourly | $39 | $65 | $89 |
AK vs National Comparison
National Median
$128,680
AK Median
$135,114
Difference
+$6,434
Multiplier
1.05x
About This Career
Perform eye exams and prescribe corrective lenses and treatments.
Education
Doctor of Optometry (OD); licensure required
Key Skills
Eye ExaminationLens PrescriptionPatient CareDiagnostic Skills
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