Healthcare Newark, DE Pop. 33,398

Optometrist Salary in Newark, Delaware

The median optometrist salary in Newark, DE is $130,614 per year, which is 4.0% above the national median and 1.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$130,614
vs State Avg
+$1,256
vs National
+$5,024
Cost of Living
102%

Optometrist Salary in Newark by Experience

In Newark, an entry-level optometrist earns around $85,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $185,120 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$85,280
+$3,280 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$133,120
+$5,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$185,120
+$7,120 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Newark, DE

Percentile Newark
10th Percentile $81,120
25th Percentile $104,000
Median (50th) $130,614
75th Percentile $164,320
90th Percentile $199,680

Optometrist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$134,381
Pop. 70,898
Bear, DE
$126,846
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$125,590
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$123,078
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Optometrist in Newark

Education

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