31111 economic 2025-2027
Ottawa Very Good
Canada Very Good
Optometrists in Ottawa
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Typical
$39.90
/hr
Average: $48.08/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Very good for optometrists (NOC 31111) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about optometrists in the Ottawa region:
- Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Optometrists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%