Healthcare Manchester, NH Pop. 115,644

Optometrist Salary in Manchester, New Hampshire

The median optometrist salary in Manchester, NH is $136,893 per year, which is 9.0% above the national median and 0.9% above the New Hampshire state average.

City Median
$136,893
vs State Avg
+$1,256
vs National
+$11,303
Cost of Living
106%

Optometrist Salary in Manchester by Experience

In Manchester, an entry-level optometrist earns around $89,380, while experienced professionals earn up to $194,020 per year. The local cost of living index is 106% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$89,380
+$7,380 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$139,520
+$11,520 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$194,020
+$16,020 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Manchester, NH

Percentile Manchester
10th Percentile $85,020
25th Percentile $109,000
Median (50th) $136,893
75th Percentile $172,220
90th Percentile $209,280

Optometrist Salary in Other New Hampshire Cities

Nashua, NH
$141,917
Pop. 91,322
Dover, NH
$134,381
Pop. 32,741
Concord, NH
$131,870
Pop. 43,976
Rochester, NH
$126,846
Pop. 31,366

How to Become a Optometrist in Manchester

Education

Most optometrist positions require a doctoral degree. Manchester and the surrounding New Hampshire 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 Manchester may vary based on local industry and population growth.