Healthcare Carmel, IN Pop. 99,757

Optometrist Salary in Carmel, Indiana

The median optometrist salary in Carmel, IN is $131,870 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 16.7% above the Indiana state average.

City Median
$131,870
vs State Avg
+$18,839
vs National
+$6,280
Cost of Living
105%

Optometrist Salary in Carmel by Experience

In Carmel, an entry-level optometrist earns around $86,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $186,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$86,100
+$4,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$134,400
+$6,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$186,900
+$8,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Carmel, IN

Percentile Carmel
10th Percentile $81,900
25th Percentile $105,000
Median (50th) $131,870
75th Percentile $165,900
90th Percentile $201,600

Optometrist Salary in Other Indiana Cities

Indianapolis, IN
$116,799
Pop. 887,642
Fort Wayne, IN
$106,752
Pop. 263,886
Evansville, IN
$105,496
Pop. 117,429
South Bend, IN
$104,240
Pop. 103,453

How to Become a Optometrist in Carmel

Education

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