How much does an optometrist make in Springfield?
$138,200a year
Median yearly pay for optometrists in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $66.42 an hour or $11,510 a month.
- Hourly
- $66.42
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 83 of 183
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $95,990Median: $138,200Highest 10%: $174,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $95,990 | $46.15 | |
| 25th | $105,700 | $50.82 | |
| Median | $138,200 | $66.42 | |
| 75th | $161,400 | $77.60 | |
| 90th | $174,200 | $83.75 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for optometrists.
| Kansas City, MO | $138,600 |
| St. Louis, MO | $135,100 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $869,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $354,800 |
| Physician | $300,000 |
| Dentist | $214,100 |
| Pharmacist | $135,000 |
| Physician Assistant | $129,300 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $125,600 |
| Veterinarian | $102,700 |
| Physical Therapist | $97,270 |
| Occupational Therapist | $97,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optometrist make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $66.42 ($138,200 a year).
Do optometrists make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $138,200 against $136,600 nationally, 1% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $133,800, so Springfield pays 3% more.
Where does Springfield rank for optometrist pay?
83 of 183 metro areas with data.
How much does an optometrist make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $95,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $174,200 or more.
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.