How much does an optometrist make in Alaska?
$170,300a year
Median yearly pay for optometrists in Alaska. That is $81.88 an hour or $14,190 a month.
- Hourly
- $81.88
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $98,530Median: $170,300Highest 10%: $218,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $98,530 | $47.37 | |
| 25th | $134,500 | $64.65 | |
| Median | $170,300 | $81.88 | |
| 75th | $203,500 | $97.84 | |
| 90th | $218,200 | $104.89 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $167,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for optometrists.
| 1. Alaska | $170,300 |
| 2. Maryland | $165,800 |
| 3. North Carolina | $161,600 |
| 4. Delaware | $161,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optometrist make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $81.88 ($170,300 a year).
Do optometrists make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $170,300 against $136,600 nationally, 25% more.
Where does Alaska rank for optometrist pay?
Alaska ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays optometrists the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $167,000 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.