Career Outlook for Optometrists
Also known as:
Doctor of Optometry, Optometrist
The overall job outlook for Optometrist careers has been positive since 2004. Vacancies for this career have increased by 61.06 percent nationwide in that time, with an average growth of 3.82 percent per year. Demand for Optometrists is expected to go up, with an expected 9,610 new jobs filled by 2029. This represents an annual increase of 2.91 percent over the next few years. Join our career community today!
TOP STATES
There are currently more Optometrists in the following states
| California | 4,430 |
| Texas | 2,830 |
| Florida | 2,040 |
| Pennsylvania | 2,010 |
| New York | 1,610 |
| Ohio | 1,370 |
| Illinois | 1,280 |
BOTTOM STATES
The states below have the least number of filled positions for Optometrists
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