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Optometrists Salaries
in St. Louis, MO-IL, MO
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $62.99 – $69.29
Average Annual Pay
Range: $131,019 – $144,121
Salaries for Optometrists near St. Louis, MO-IL
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Alabama, AL
$63.54
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Alaska, AK
$77.79
17.6%Higher than Optometrists in St. Louis, MO-IL, MO
Arizona, AZ
$70.32
6.3%Higher than Optometrists in St. Louis, MO-IL, MO
Arkansas, AR
$63.09
4.6%Lower than Optometrists in St. Louis, MO-IL, MO
California, CA
$72.11
9.0%Higher than Optometrists in St. Louis, MO-IL, MO
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
$56.22/hr
Range: $53.54 - $58.90
Annual Rate
$116,935
Range: $111,366 - $122,503
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$66.14/hr
Range: $62.99 - $69.29
Annual Rate
$137,570
Range: $131,019 - $144,121
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$76.06/hr
Range: $72.44 - $79.68
Annual Rate
$158,206
Range: $150,672 - $165,739
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

