Optometrist Salary in Colorado
Explore optometrist salaries in Colorado including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CO
$131,254
Monthly: $10,938
Biweekly: $5,048
Entry Level
$79,388
Monthly: $6,616
Biweekly: $3,053
Senior Level
$179,944
Monthly: $14,995
Biweekly: $6,921
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $79,388 | $131,254 | $179,944 |
| Monthly | $6,616 | $10,938 | $14,995 |
| Biweekly | $3,053 | $5,048 | $6,921 |
| Weekly | $1,527 | $2,524 | $3,460 |
| Hourly | $38 | $63 | $87 |
CO vs National Comparison
National Median
$128,680
CO Median
$131,254
Difference
+$2,574
Multiplier
1.02x
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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