Optometrist Salary in Mississippi
Explore optometrist salaries in Mississippi including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in MS
$100,370
Monthly: $8,364
Biweekly: $3,860
Entry Level
$60,708
Monthly: $5,059
Biweekly: $2,335
Senior Level
$137,604
Monthly: $11,467
Biweekly: $5,292
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $60,708 | $100,370 | $137,604 |
| Monthly | $5,059 | $8,364 | $11,467 |
| Biweekly | $2,335 | $3,860 | $5,292 |
| Weekly | $1,167 | $1,930 | $2,646 |
| Hourly | $29 | $48 | $66 |
MS vs National Comparison
National Median
$128,680
MS Median
$100,370
Difference
-$28,310
Multiplier
0.78x
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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