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Optometrists

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

Median salary
$136,570/yr
Typical range
$109,400 – $165,120
Education
Doctoral degree
Time to entry
About 8+ years of higher education

What a Optometrists does

Optometrists perform eye exams to check vision and eye health, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and diagnose and treat common eye conditions. They help patients achieve clear vision and prevent eye disease.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a doctoral degree. About 8+ years of higher education.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$110,000. Estimated payback: ~4 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

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