How much does an optometrist make in Maine?
$154,100a year
Median yearly pay for optometrists in Maine. That is $74.09 an hour or $12,840 a month.
- Hourly
- $74.09
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $102,600Median: $154,100Highest 10%: $241,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $102,600 | $49.33 | |
| 25th | $115,900 | $55.71 | |
| Median | $154,100 | $74.09 | |
| 75th | $177,600 | $85.40 | |
| 90th | $241,200 | $115.96 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $161,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for optometrists.
| 7. Minnesota | $158,700 |
| 8. Washington | $157,600 |
| 9. Hawaii | $154,600 |
| 10. Maine | $154,100 |
| 11. Colorado | $152,000 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $151,700 |
| 13. Florida | $151,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optometrist make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $74.09 ($154,100 a year).
Do optometrists make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $154,100 against $136,600 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Maine rank for optometrist pay?
Maine ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays optometrists the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $161,200 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.