Healthcare Baton Rouge, LA Pop. 227,470

Optometrist Salary in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

The median optometrist salary in Baton Rouge, LA is $115,543 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% above the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$115,543
vs State Avg
+$1,256
vs National
$-10,047
Cost of Living
92%

Optometrist Salary in Baton Rouge by Experience

In Baton Rouge, 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 Baton Rouge, LA

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

Optometrist Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$123,078
Pop. 383,997
Lafayette, LA
$110,519
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$108,007
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$106,752
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Optometrist in Baton Rouge

Education

Most optometrist positions require a doctoral degree. Baton Rouge and the surrounding Louisiana 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 Baton Rouge may vary based on local industry and population growth.