Optometrist salary in Louisiana
What optometrists earn in Louisiana and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$118,060$56.76 per hour
vs U.S.−14%U.S. median $136,570
Middle half earn$101,270 – $148,030Top 10%: $183,670+
Jobs2500.47× the U.S. concentration
Optometrist pay in Louisiana cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $136,200 | $65.48 | 50 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $115,210 | $55.39 | 40 |
Hospitals and jobs in Louisiana
Optometrist pay in similar states
Nebraska · $125,040 Arkansas · $124,470 Arizona · $122,250 Utah · $119,070 West Virginia · $118,010 Wyoming · $111,400
Other healthcare salaries in Louisiana
Registered Nurses · $80,230 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $22,520 Nursing Assistants · $30,510 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $57,470 Medical Assistants · $36,320 Pharmacy Technicians · $44,410 Pharmacists · $132,410 Nurse Practitioners · $125,600 Physicians, All Other · $350,920 Dental Assistants · $44,090 Healthcare Support Workers, All Other · $34,040 Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers, All Other · $63,240
Questions
How much does an optometrist make in Louisiana?
Optometrists in Louisiana earned a median of $118,060 a year ($56.76 an hour) in May 2025, 14% less than the national median of $136,570. The middle half earned $101,270 to $148,030.
Where in Louisiana do optometrists earn the most?
Among areas in Louisiana, pay was highest in New Orleans-Metairie, LA at $136,200.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.