Healthcare Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Optometrist Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median optometrist salary in Bear, DE is $126,846 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median and 1.9% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$126,846
vs State Avg
$-2,512
vs National
+$1,256
Cost of Living
99%

Optometrist Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level optometrist earns around $82,820, while experienced professionals earn up to $179,780 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$82,820
+$820 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$129,280
+$1,280 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$179,780
+$1,780 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $78,780
25th Percentile $101,000
Median (50th) $126,846
75th Percentile $159,580
90th Percentile $193,920

Optometrist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$134,381
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$130,614
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$125,590
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$123,078
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Optometrist in Bear

Education

Most optometrist positions require a doctoral degree. Bear and the surrounding Delaware 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 Bear may vary based on local industry and population growth.