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Highly Rated Optometrists in Boulder, CO
Only the best make this list. These optometrists in Boulder have earned 4.5+ star ratings from real customers — consistently.
As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 18 optometrists in Boulder, CO by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado with a 4.8-star rating from 3,966 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Eyecare Center Of Boulder and Envision Boulder. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Boulder is 4.7 stars from 441 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Boulder: comprehensive exam $100–$175 without insurance; most vision plans cover 1 exam/year with $10–$25 copay.
Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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18
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4.7★
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441
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May 17, 2026
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Top Rated Optometrists
Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado
1400 Dry Creek Dr, Longmont, CO 80503, USA
Eyecare Center Of Boulder
1836 30th St, Boulder, CO 80301, USA
Envision Boulder
1011 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Boulder, CO
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Eye Care Center of Northern Colorado1400 Dry Creek Dr, Longmont, CO 80503, USA | 4.8★ | 3,966 |
| #2 | Eyecare Center Of Boulder1836 30th St, Boulder, CO 80301, USA | 4.9★ | 544 |
| #3 | Envision Boulder1011 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA | 4.8★ | 631 |
| #4 | Altitude Optometry1855 29th St #1E-1156, Boulder, CO 80301, USA | 4.9★ | 490 |
| #5 | Colorado Eye Center, now part of MyEyeDr.1692 30th St, Boulder, CO 80301, USA | 4.8★ | 516 |
| #6 | Boulder Eye Surgeons4745 Arapahoe Ave STE 100, Boulder, CO 80303, USA | 4.8★ | 531 |
| #7 | Krueger Optometry2800 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80301, USA | 4.9★ | 277 |
| #8 | Dr. Bollenbacher & Associates - Boulder Doctors of Optometry2525 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80302, USA | 5.0★ | 30 |
| #9 | Boulder Vision Associates5305 Spine Rd STE B, Boulder, CO 80301, USA | 4.8★ | 71 |
| #10 | LensCrafters Optique1855 29th St #1E-1156, Boulder, CO 80301, USA | 4.7★ | 177 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in Boulder
Altitude Optometry
1855 29th St #1E-1156, Boulder, CO 80301, USA
Colorado Eye Center, now part of MyEyeDr.
1692 30th St, Boulder, CO 80301, USA
Boulder Eye Surgeons
4745 Arapahoe Ave STE 100, Boulder, CO 80303, USA
Krueger Optometry
2800 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80301, USA
Dr. Bollenbacher & Associates - Boulder Doctors of Optometry
2525 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80302, USA
Boulder Vision Associates
5305 Spine Rd STE B, Boulder, CO 80301, USA
LensCrafters Optique
1855 29th St #1E-1156, Boulder, CO 80301, USA
Boulder Family Vision
805 S Broadway #101, Boulder, CO 80305, USA
Aspen Eyewear
2525 Arapahoe Ave unit e-23, Boulder, CO 80302, USA
Colorado Eye Gallery, now part of MyEyeDr.
6545 Gunpark Dr # 250, Boulder, CO 80301, USA
College Optical
1350 College Ave #100, Boulder, CO 80302, USA
MyEyeDr.
1645 28th St, Boulder, CO 80301, USA
UCHealth Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center - Boulder
5495 Arapahoe Ave #101, Boulder, CO 80303, USA
Pearle Vision
2795 Pearl St #100, Boulder, CO 80302, USA
Vantage Vision Care
3100 Arapahoe Ave suite#101, Boulder, CO 80303, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Boulder
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Boulder?
An optometrist (OD) performs eye exams, prescribes glasses and contacts, and diagnoses and treats common eye conditions. An ophthalmologist (MD) is a medical doctor who can perform surgery (LASIK, cataract removal, glaucoma treatment) and manages complex eye diseases. For routine vision care and glasses, an optometrist is appropriate and typically less expensive.
Does my vision insurance cover an optometrist visit in Boulder?
VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision, and Humana Vision are the major plans. Most cover one comprehensive eye exam per year with a $10–$25 copay, plus an allowance for frames ($130–$200) and lenses. Without vision insurance, a comprehensive exam in Boulder typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Boulder?
Frames typically range $50–$400+. Lenses add $50–$500+ depending on your prescription, lens material (polycarbonate, high-index), and coatings (anti-reflective, blue-light, photochromic). Many independent optometrists in Boulder can match online retailer pricing if you ask. Warby Parker, Costco Optical, and Zenni (online) typically offer lower prices on frames.
How often should I get an eye exam in CO?
Adults ages 18–60 with no vision problems or risk factors: every 1–2 years. Adults 61+: annually. Children: first exam by age 1 per the American Optometric Association, again at age 3, before starting school, and then annually. Anyone with diabetes, glaucoma, high myopia, or family history of eye disease should be seen annually regardless of age.
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Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: May 17, 2026.
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