Optometrist Salary in Kentucky
Explore optometrist salaries in Kentucky including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in KY
$106,804
Monthly: $8,900
Biweekly: $4,108
Entry Level
$64,600
Monthly: $5,383
Biweekly: $2,485
Senior Level
$146,425
Monthly: $12,202
Biweekly: $5,632
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $64,600 | $106,804 | $146,425 |
| Monthly | $5,383 | $8,900 | $12,202 |
| Biweekly | $2,485 | $4,108 | $5,632 |
| Weekly | $1,242 | $2,054 | $2,816 |
| Hourly | $31 | $51 | $70 |
KY vs National Comparison
National Median
$128,680
KY Median
$106,804
Difference
-$21,876
Multiplier
0.83x
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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