Healthcare Des Moines, IA Pop. 214,133

Optometrist Salary in Des Moines, Iowa

The median optometrist salary in Des Moines, IA is $115,543 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 3.4% above the Iowa state average.

City Median
$115,543
vs State Avg
+$3,768
vs National
$-10,047
Cost of Living
92%

Optometrist Salary in Des Moines by Experience

In Des Moines, an entry-level optometrist earns around $75,440, while experienced professionals earn up to $163,760 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$75,440
$-6,560 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$117,760
$-10,240 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$163,760
$-14,240 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Des Moines, IA

Percentile Des Moines
10th Percentile $71,760
25th Percentile $92,000
Median (50th) $115,543
75th Percentile $145,360
90th Percentile $176,640

Optometrist Salary in Other Iowa Cities

Iowa City, IA
$119,311
Pop. 74,828
Cedar Rapids, IA
$110,519
Pop. 137,710
Davenport, IA
$108,007
Pop. 101,724
Sioux City, IA
$105,496
Pop. 85,797

How to Become a Optometrist in Des Moines

Education

Most optometrist positions require a doctoral degree. Des Moines and the surrounding Iowa 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 Des Moines may vary based on local industry and population growth.