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Optometrists Salaries
in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $81.28 – $89.41
Average Annual Pay
Range: $169,062 – $185,969
Salaries for Optometrists near Durham-Chapel Hill
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Alabama, AL
$63.54
25.5%Lower than Optometrists in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Alaska, AK
$77.79
8.8%Lower than Optometrists in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Arizona, AZ
$70.32
17.6%Lower than Optometrists in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
Arkansas, AR
$63.09
26.1%Lower than Optometrists in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
California, CA
$72.11
15.5%Lower than Optometrists in Durham-Chapel Hill, NC
How much do Optometrists make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$72.54/hr
Range: $69.09 - $76.00
Annual Rate
$150,889
Range: $143,703 - $158,074
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$85.34/hr
Range: $81.28 - $89.41
Annual Rate
$177,516
Range: $169,062 - $185,969
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$98.14/hr
Range: $93.47 - $102.82
Annual Rate
$204,143
Range: $194,421 - $213,864
Optometrists job description
Optometrists professionals perform specialized duties that contribute to organizational success. They apply their skills and knowledge to meet job requirements and deliver quality results.
- •Perform assigned duties efficiently
- •Follow company policies and procedures
- •Collaborate with team members
- •Maintain quality standards
- •Report issues to supervisors
- •Complete required training
- •Job-specific technical skills
- •Communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Time management
- •Teamwork
- •Adaptability
- •Relevant experience or education
- •Ability to meet job requirements
- •Background check may be required
- •Reliable transportation

