Optometrist Salary in Rhode Island
Explore optometrist salaries in Rhode Island including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in RI
$141,548
Monthly: $11,796
Biweekly: $5,444
Entry Level
$85,614
Monthly: $7,135
Biweekly: $3,293
Senior Level
$194,058
Monthly: $16,172
Biweekly: $7,464
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $85,614 | $141,548 | $194,058 |
| Monthly | $7,135 | $11,796 | $16,172 |
| Biweekly | $3,293 | $5,444 | $7,464 |
| Weekly | $1,646 | $2,722 | $3,732 |
| Hourly | $41 | $68 | $93 |
RI vs National Comparison
National Median
$128,680
RI Median
$141,548
Difference
+$12,868
Multiplier
1.10x
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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