How much does an optometrist make in Vermont?
$137,300a year
Median yearly pay for optometrists in Vermont. That is $66.00 an hour or $11,440 a month.
- Hourly
- $66.00
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,290Median: $137,300Highest 10%: $194,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,290 | $28.99 | |
| 25th | $127,000 | $61.06 | |
| Median | $137,300 | $66.00 | |
| 75th | $165,400 | $79.51 | |
| 90th | $194,200 | $93.36 |
Cities in Vermont
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Burlington, VT | $143,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for optometrists.
| 18. New Mexico | $144,700 |
| 19. Wisconsin | $139,700 |
| 20. Kansas | $138,600 |
| 21. Vermont | $137,300 |
| 22. California | $136,300 |
| 23. Michigan | $135,700 |
| 24. Nevada | $135,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optometrist make an hour in Vermont?
The median hourly pay in Vermont is $66.00 ($137,300 a year).
Do optometrists make more in Vermont than the national average?
Yes: $137,300 against $136,600 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Vermont rank for optometrist pay?
Vermont ranks 21 of 51 states.
Which city in Vermont pays optometrists the most?
Burlington-South Burlington, VT, with a median of $143,700 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.