Odds of Hanging On
By 2020, there will be an additional 11,000 jobs in optometry, so the sooner you get in, the sooner you'll be seeing a nice retirement. As baby boomers get older, more eyes will be rolling through your door. The job growth is big in this field, so if you can provide top-notch care and get a reputation for helping people maintain or keep their sight, you could see your way to a wealthier clientele.