Optometrist Salary in Maryland
Explore optometrist salaries in Maryland including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in MD
$144,122
Monthly: $12,010
Biweekly: $5,543
Entry Level
$87,171
Monthly: $7,264
Biweekly: $3,353
Senior Level
$197,586
Monthly: $16,466
Biweekly: $7,599
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $87,171 | $144,122 | $197,586 |
| Monthly | $7,264 | $12,010 | $16,466 |
| Biweekly | $3,353 | $5,543 | $7,599 |
| Weekly | $1,676 | $2,772 | $3,800 |
| Hourly | $42 | $69 | $95 |
MD vs National Comparison
National Median
$128,680
MD Median
$144,122
Difference
+$15,442
Multiplier
1.12x
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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