How much does an optometrist make in Maryland?
$165,800a year
Median yearly pay for optometrists in Maryland. That is $79.73 an hour or $13,820 a month.
- Hourly
- $79.73
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,560Median: $165,800Highest 10%: $215,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,560 | $24.31 | |
| 25th | $81,780 | $39.32 | |
| Median | $165,800 | $79.73 | |
| 75th | $201,800 | $97.02 | |
| 90th | $215,400 | $103.57 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $154,700 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $154,000 |
| Baltimore, MD | $144,300 |
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 |
| 5. New York | $161,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optometrist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $79.73 ($165,800 a year).
Do optometrists make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $165,800 against $136,600 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Maryland rank for optometrist pay?
Maryland ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays optometrists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $154,700 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.