Occupation ยท SOC 29-1041
Optometrists: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of optometrists typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 41,890 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $134,830 ($64.82 an hour).
US employment
41,890
Median annual wage
$134,830
Mean annual wage
$140,940
Median hourly wage
$64.82
Education and training
Typical education
Doctoral or professional degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
5
Extensive preparation
States with the most jobs
- 1. California6,790
- 2. Texas3,180
- 3. New York2,500
- 4. Florida2,280
- 5. Illinois1,670
- 6. Pennsylvania1,530
- 7. Ohio1,450
- 8. North Carolina1,400
- 9. Michigan1,330
- 10. Massachusetts1,120
States that pay the most
- 1. Alaska$165,830
- 2. New York$163,040
- 3. Maryland$157,830
- 4. Washington$157,650
- 5. New Jersey$156,000
- 6. Vermont$156,000
- 7. New Mexico$154,630
- 8. District of Columbia$154,300
- 9. North Carolina$153,750
- 10. Massachusetts$150,820
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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