Healthcare Rio Rancho, NM Pop. 104,046

Optometrist Salary in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

The median optometrist salary in Rio Rancho, NM is $113,031 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 1.1% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$113,031
vs State Avg
$-1,256
vs National
$-12,559
Cost of Living
92%

Optometrist Salary in Rio Rancho by Experience

In Rio Rancho, an entry-level optometrist earns around $73,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $160,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$73,800
$-8,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$115,200
$-12,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$160,200
$-17,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rio Rancho, NM

Percentile Rio Rancho
10th Percentile $70,200
25th Percentile $90,000
Median (50th) $113,031
75th Percentile $142,200
90th Percentile $172,800

Optometrist Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$135,637
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$116,799
Pop. 564,559
Las Cruces, NM
$108,007
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$100,472
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Optometrist in Rio Rancho

Education

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