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Optometrist Salary in Colorado Springs, Colorado

The median optometrist salary in Colorado Springs, CO is $128,102 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median and 4.7% below the Colorado state average.

City Median
$128,102
vs State Avg
$-6,279
vs National
+$2,512
Cost of Living
100%

Optometrist Salary in Colorado Springs by Experience

In Colorado Springs, an entry-level optometrist earns around $83,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $181,560 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$83,640
+$1,640 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$130,560
+$2,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$181,560
+$3,560 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Colorado Springs, CO

Percentile Colorado Springs
10th Percentile $79,560
25th Percentile $102,000
Median (50th) $128,102
75th Percentile $161,160
90th Percentile $195,840

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How to Become a Optometrist in Colorado Springs

Education

Most optometrist positions require a doctoral degree. Colorado Springs and the surrounding Colorado area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Eye ExaminationRefractionContact Lens FittingOcular DiseasePatient EducationDiagnostic Equipment

Job Outlook

Nationally, optometrist employment is projected to grow 9% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Colorado Springs may vary based on local industry and population growth.