Optometrist Salary in California
Explore optometrist salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$164,710
Monthly: $13,726
Biweekly: $6,335
Entry Level
$99,624
Monthly: $8,302
Biweekly: $3,832
Senior Level
$225,812
Monthly: $18,818
Biweekly: $8,685
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $99,624 | $164,710 | $225,812 |
| Monthly | $8,302 | $13,726 | $18,818 |
| Biweekly | $3,832 | $6,335 | $8,685 |
| Weekly | $1,916 | $3,168 | $4,343 |
| Hourly | $48 | $79 | $109 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$128,680
CA Median
$164,710
Difference
+$36,030
Multiplier
1.28x
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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