How Much Does Eye Exam Cost in North Carolina?

North Carolina pricing is near the national average. Updated for 2024-2025.

Low End
$45
Average
$135
High End
$270
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Eye Exam Pricing in North Carolina

In North Carolina, the average cost for eye exam is $135 exam, which is 10% lower than the national average of $150. Most North Carolina residents pay between $45 and $270.

North Carolina has costs that track closely with the national average, though prices can still vary between urban and rural areas within the state.

Eye exam costs cover comprehensive vision and eye health evaluation.

North Carolina vs National Average

North Carolina Average
$135
National Average
$150
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What Affects Eye Exam Cost in North Carolina?

Provider

Optometrist: $75-$200; ophthalmologist: $150-$300

Contact fitting

Adds $50-$100

Testing

Retinal photos add $25-$50

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Top-Rated Eye Exam Pros in North Carolina

5 providers

Summit Health Associates

๐Ÿ† SPONSORED
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.7(159 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ Serving all of NC๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2015
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+โšก Usually responds in 3 hours

Proudly serving NC since 2015. Licensed, insured, and committed to excellence.

Premier Surgical Center

โœ… VERIFIED
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.8(184 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ Serving all of NC๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2022
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+โšก Usually responds in 3 hours

Metro Wellness Clinic

โœ… VERIFIED
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.1(207 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ Serving all of NC๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2021
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+โšก Usually responds in 2 hours

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๐Ÿ’ก Tips to Save on Eye Exam in North Carolina

  • 1.Use vision insurance
  • 2.Walmart/Costco offer $75-$100 exams
  • 3.Skip optional retinal imaging
  • 4.Combine with glasses purchase
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๐Ÿ“ˆ Eye Exam in North Carolina Cost Trends (2020โ€“2024)

Prices have increased +18.4% over the last 5 years

$114
2020
$119
2021
$127
2022
$131
2023
$135
2024
YearNational AvgYoY Change
2020$114โ€”
2021$119+4.4%
2022$127+6.7%
2023$131+3.1%
2024$135+3.1%

Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Did You Pay?

Real costs reported by homeowners for Eye Exam in North Carolina

$133
Avg Reported
$93
Lowest Reported
$193
Highest Reported

Recent Reports

$107
Dallas, TX ยท Jan 2024
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$131
Chicago, IL ยท Feb 2024
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$126
Phoenix, AZ ยท Mar 2024
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$153
Denver, CO ยท Apr 2024
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$114
Atlanta, GA ยท May 2024
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$177
Seattle, WA ยท Jun 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cost without insurance?

$75-$200 at optometrist; $150-$300 at ophthalmologist.

How often?

Every 1-2 years for adults.

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