Healthcare Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Optometrist Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median optometrist salary in Aurora, IL is $121,822 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$121,822
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,768
Cost of Living
95%

Optometrist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level optometrist earns around $79,540, while experienced professionals earn up to $172,660 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$79,540
$-2,460 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$124,160
$-3,840 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$172,660
$-5,340 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $75,660
25th Percentile $97,000
Median (50th) $121,822
75th Percentile $153,260
90th Percentile $186,240

Optometrist Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$138,149
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$136,893
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$109,263
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$105,496
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Optometrist in Aurora

Education

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