Optometrist Jobs in Virginia
Across 72 live Optometrist listings in Virginia, median advertised pay is $157K (75th percentile $162K), based on the 24 that state a salary; Virginia ranks 10th of 37 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are EssilorLuxottica Group (21), National Vision (19), Luxottica of America (8).
72+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of November 4, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 24 roles pay ~$157k median with 8.0/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Optometrist - Pentagon City
Warby ParkerEmployer score · SilverArlington, VA
Associate Optometrist- Richmond, VA- For Eyes at Plaza Hogshead
EssilorLuxottica GroupRichmond, VA
Optometrist (PC) - Barracks Road
Warby ParkerEmployer score · SilverCharlottesville, VA
Optometrist- Richmond, VA- next to Pearle Vision at The Shoppes at Staples Mill
EssilorLuxottica GroupRichmond, VA
Optometrist- Dumfries, VA- Target Optical
EssilorLuxottica GroupDumfries, VA
PT Associate Optometrist- Falls Church, VA- For Eyes
EssilorLuxottica GroupFalls Church, VA
Optometrist- Suffolk, VA- next to LensCrafters in Hampton Roads Crossing
EssilorLuxottica GroupSuffolk, VA
FT Optometrist- Glen Allen, VA- next to LensCrafters on Brook Rd.
EssilorLuxottica GroupGlen Allen, VA
Optometrist- Chesapeake, VA- National Eye Care Associates next to Target Optical
EssilorLuxottica GroupChesapeake, VA
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Optometrist Pay in Virginia: Live Market and State Comparison
Live optometrist listings in Virginia today, then Virginia 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
- 72
- Live median
- $157k
- 75th $162k · n=24
- 12-mo median
- $160k
- Pay rank
- #10 of 37
- Work-life
- 5.1/10 · #13
- 12-mo postings
- 151
Optometrist roles in Virginia advertise $7k above the $154k median across the 37 states we can measure, where Alaska leads at $200k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs VA | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia (this page) | $160k | — | 5.1/10 | 151 |
| Alaska#1 | $200k | +$40k | 4.1/10 | 16 |
| Louisiana#2 | $190k | +$30k | 5.9/10 | 14 |
| Kansas#3 | $180k | +$19k | 4.1/10 | 85 |
| North Carolinaborders | $170k | +$9k | 4.9/10 | 259 |
| Kentuckyborders | $165k | +$5k | 5.4/10 | 85 |
| Marylandborders | $152k | −$8k | 5.0/10 | 154 |
| Tennesseeborders | $146k | −$15k | 6.3/10 | 89 |
“borders” = shares a border with Virginia; “#n” = national pay rank among the 37 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Nov 4, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- EssilorLuxottica Group (21), National Vision (19), Luxottica of America (8)
- Sign-on & loan repayment:
- 25% state a sign-on bonus · 25% offer loan repayment (of 72 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 Virginia.
How much do optometrist earn in Virginia?
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. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring optometrist in Virginia right now?
Employers currently hiring for optometrist roles include EssilorLuxottica Group, Walmart, Warby Parker, AEG Vision, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many optometrist jobs in Virginia are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 72 optometrist positions in Virginia 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 Virginia
- EssilorLuxottica Group21 open roles here · WLB 75/100
National Vision19 open roles here · WLB 76/100
Luxottica of America8 open roles here · WLB 75/100- Warby Parker5 open roles here · WLB 75/100
360care3 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Atlantic Vision Partners3 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Walmart3 open roles here · WLB 75/100
MedServ Group2 open roles here · WLB 76/100