Optometrist Jobs in Kentucky
Across 26 live Optometrist listings in Kentucky, median advertised pay is $195K, based on the 6 that state a salary; Kentucky ranks 8th of 39 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Visionworks (6), EssilorLuxottica Group (4), AEG Vision (3).
26+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 21, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 6 roles pay ~$195k median with 8.0/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Salary Distribution
6 jobs · 1 employerAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
6 jobs · 1 employerHigher = better work-life balance
Optometrist-Lexington, KY-LensCrafters
EssilorLuxottica GroupLexington, KY
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Optometrist Pay in Kentucky: Live Market and State Comparison
Live optometrist listings in Kentucky today, then Kentucky against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 26
- Live median
- $195k
- 75th $195k · n=6
- 12-mo median
- $172k
- Pay rank
- #8 of 39
- Work-life
- 5.4/10 · #10
- 12-mo postings
- 74
Optometrist roles in Kentucky advertise $17k above the $155k median across the 39 states we can measure, where Louisiana leads at $190k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs KY | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky (this page) | $172k | — | 5.4/10 | 74 |
| Louisiana#1 | $190k | +$18k | 6.0/10 | 40 |
| Ohioborders | $167k | −$5k | 5.2/10 | 173 |
| Missouriborders | $161k | −$11k | 4.7/10 | 105 |
| Virginiaborders | $158k | −$14k | 5.1/10 | 124 |
| Indianaborders | $153k | −$19k | 4.1/10 | 40 |
| Tennesseeborders | $146k | −$26k | 5.8/10 | 78 |
| Illinoisborders | $142k | −$30k | 4.7/10 | 173 |
“borders” = shares a border with Kentucky; “#n” = national pay rank among the 39 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 21, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Visionworks (6), EssilorLuxottica Group (4), AEG Vision (3)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Optometrist jobs in Kentucky.
How much do optometrist earn in Kentucky?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of optometrist. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid optometrist jobs available?
Some optometrist roles offer remote or hybrid flexibility. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which optometrist jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every optometrist role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 15% with no on-call. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring optometrist in Kentucky right now?
Employers currently hiring for optometrist roles include EssilorLuxottica Group, Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities, EyeCare Partners Doctors, AEG Vision, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many optometrist jobs in Kentucky are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 26 optometrist positions in Kentucky listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Optometrist Jobs in Kentucky
Visionworks6 open roles here · WLB 75/100
EssilorLuxottica Group4 open roles here · WLB 75/100
AEG Vision3 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities3 open roles here · WLB 74/100
EyeCare Partners Doctors3 open roles here · WLB 74/100
360care1 open role here · WLB 75/100
Clarkson Eyecare1 open role here · WLB 75/100- DDr. Snipes & Associates1 open role here