Healthcare Springfield, MA Pop. 155,929

Optometrist Salary in Springfield, Massachusetts

The median optometrist salary in Springfield, MA is $133,125 per year, which is 6.0% above the national median and 25.9% below the Massachusetts state average.

City Median
$133,125
vs State Avg
$-46,469
vs National
+$7,535
Cost of Living
98%

Optometrist Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level optometrist earns around $86,920, while experienced professionals earn up to $188,680 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$86,920
+$4,920 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$135,680
+$7,680 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$188,680
+$10,680 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, MA

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $82,680
25th Percentile $106,000
Median (50th) $133,125
75th Percentile $167,480
90th Percentile $203,520

Optometrist Salary in Other Massachusetts Cities

Cambridge, MA
$210,991
Pop. 118,403
Boston, MA
$200,944
Pop. 675,647
Worcester, MA
$148,196
Pop. 206,518
Lowell, MA
$141,917
Pop. 115,554

How to Become a Optometrist in Springfield

Education

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