Healthcare Dover, DE Pop. 39,403

Optometrist Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median optometrist salary in Dover, DE is $123,078 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 4.9% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$123,078
vs State Avg
$-6,280
vs National
$-2,512
Cost of Living
96%

Optometrist Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level optometrist earns around $80,360, while experienced professionals earn up to $174,440 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$80,360
$-1,640 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$125,440
$-2,560 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$174,440
$-3,560 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $76,440
25th Percentile $98,000
Median (50th) $123,078
75th Percentile $154,840
90th Percentile $188,160

Optometrist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$134,381
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$130,614
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$126,846
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$125,590
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a Optometrist in Dover

Education

Most optometrist positions require a doctoral degree. Dover 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 Dover may vary based on local industry and population growth.