Healthcare Wilmington, DE Pop. 70,898

Optometrist Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median optometrist salary in Wilmington, DE is $134,381 per year, which is 7.0% above the national median and 3.9% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$134,381
vs State Avg
+$5,023
vs National
+$8,791
Cost of Living
105%

Optometrist Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level optometrist earns around $87,740, while experienced professionals earn up to $190,460 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$87,740
+$5,740 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$136,960
+$8,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$190,460
+$12,460 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $83,460
25th Percentile $107,000
Median (50th) $134,381
75th Percentile $169,060
90th Percentile $205,440

Optometrist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$130,614
Pop. 33,398
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 Wilmington

Education

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