Optometrist Jobs in Texas
Across 67 live Optometrist listings in Texas, median advertised pay is $196K (75th percentile $260K), based on the 8 that state a salary; Texas ranks 19th of 37 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Walmart (12), Visionworks (9), AEG Vision (8).
67+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 31, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 8 roles pay ~$196k median with 3.9/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Optometrist
National VisionEmployer score · SilverCollege Station, TX
Optometrist
National VisionEmployer score · SilverSan Angelo, TX
Optometrist
National VisionEmployer score · SilverRockwall, TX
Optometrist
Tenet HealthcareCorpus Christi, TX
Optometrist (Broadway Eye Center) - Garland, TX
VSP VisionEmployer score · SilverGarland, TX
Optometrist / Ophthalmologist – Independent Eye Exams (Your Own Office) | Wichita Falls, TX
IMA GroupEmployer score · SilverWichita Falls, TX
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Optometrist Pay in Texas: Live Market and State Comparison
Live optometrist listings in Texas today, then Texas 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
- 67
- Live median
- $196k
- 75th $260k · n=8
- 12-mo median
- $154k
- Pay rank
- #19 of 37
- Work-life
- 5.1/10 · #14
- 12-mo postings
- 232
Optometrist pay in Texas sits level with the $154k median across the 37 states we can measure, where Alaska leads at $200k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs TX | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas (this page) | $154k | — | 5.1/10 | 232 |
| Alaska#1 | $200k | +$46k | 4.1/10 | 16 |
| Louisianaborders | $190k | +$36k | 5.9/10 | 14 |
| Kansas#3 | $180k | +$26k | 4.1/10 | 85 |
| Alabama#4 | $180k | +$26k | 5.1/10 | 90 |
| Ohio#5 | $176k | +$22k | 4.9/10 | 212 |
| New Mexicoborders | $156k | +$3k | 5.7/10 | 22 |
| Arkansasborders | $129k | −$24k | 4.1/10 | 27 |
“borders” = shares a border with Texas; “#n” = national pay rank among the 37 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 31, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Walmart (12), Visionworks (9), AEG Vision (8)
- Sign-on & loan repayment:
- 19% state a sign-on bonus · 12% offer loan repayment (of 67 live listings on this page)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100), BetterHelp (gold, 93/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Optometrist jobs in Texas.
How much do optometrist earn in Texas?
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, 71% with no on-call and 29% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring optometrist in Texas right now?
Employers currently hiring for optometrist roles include National Vision, Walmart, Tenet Healthcare, VSP Vision, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many optometrist jobs in Texas are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 67 optometrist positions in Texas 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 Texas
Walmart12 open roles here · WLB 75/100Visionworks9 open roles here · WLB 75/100
AEG Vision8 open roles here · WLB 75/100- National Vision8 open roles here · WLB 76/100
- VSP Vision3 open roles here · WLB 73/100
American Vision Partners2 open roles here · WLB 73/100
Comprehensive Mobile Care2 open roles here · WLB 74/100
EssilorLuxottica Group2 open roles here · WLB 75/100