31111 economic 2025-2027
Edmonton Very Good
Canada Very Good
Optometrists in Edmonton
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Typical
$38.94
/hr
Average: $34.13/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 Edmonton 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.
- Alberta’s population and its proportion of residents aged 65+ are predicted to increase over the next decade, contributing to demand for this occupation.
- In 2025, Alberta increased total health spending to $28 billion, marking a 5.4% rise from the previous year.
- Ongoing healthcare needs and retirements continue to support steady demand across the sector.
Here are some key facts about optometrists in the Edmonton region:
- Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Optometrists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 87%
- Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 13%