Healthcare Lafayette, LA Pop. 121,374

Optometrist Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median optometrist salary in Lafayette, LA is $110,519 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$110,519
vs State Avg
$-3,768
vs National
$-15,071
Cost of Living
88%

Optometrist Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level optometrist earns around $72,160, while experienced professionals earn up to $156,640 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$72,160
$-9,840 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$112,640
$-15,360 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$156,640
$-21,360 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $68,640
25th Percentile $88,000
Median (50th) $110,519
75th Percentile $139,040
90th Percentile $168,960

Optometrist Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$123,078
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$115,543
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$108,007
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$106,752
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Optometrist in Lafayette

Education

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