Optometrist Salary in Arkansas
Explore optometrist salaries in Arkansas including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in AR
$102,944
Monthly: $8,579
Biweekly: $3,959
Entry Level
$62,265
Monthly: $5,189
Biweekly: $2,395
Senior Level
$141,133
Monthly: $11,761
Biweekly: $5,428
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $62,265 | $102,944 | $141,133 |
| Monthly | $5,189 | $8,579 | $11,761 |
| Biweekly | $2,395 | $3,959 | $5,428 |
| Weekly | $1,197 | $1,980 | $2,714 |
| Hourly | $30 | $49 | $68 |
AR vs National Comparison
National Median
$128,680
AR Median
$102,944
Difference
-$25,736
Multiplier
0.80x
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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