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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 18 optometrists in Durham, NC by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is RTP Vision O.D. with a 5.0-star rating from 262 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: The Eye Center Durham and Durham Vision. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Durham is 4.5 stars from 416 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Durham: 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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4.5★
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Top Rated Optometrists
The Eye Center Durham
6910 Fayetteville Rd, Durham, NC 27713, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Durham, NC
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | RTP Vision O.D.8210 Renaissance Pkwy, Durham, NC 27713, USA | 5.0★ | 262 |
| #2 | The Eye Center Durham6910 Fayetteville Rd, Durham, NC 27713, USA | 4.8★ | 1,178 |
| #3 | Durham Vision2900 Croasdaile Dr, Durham, NC 27705, USA | 4.9★ | 267 |
| #4 | Rosenstein Vision Center2901 N Duke St, Durham, NC 27704, USA | 4.7★ | 96 |
| #5 | Duke Eye Center2351 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705, USA | 2.8★ | 233 |
| #6 | Woldorff Family Optometry Pa813 Broad St, Durham, NC 27705, USA | 4.7★ | 32 |
| #7 | Brier Creek Vision Care9650 Brier Creek Pkwy Suite 107, Raleigh, NC 27617, USA | 4.8★ | 439 |
| #8 | InView Eye Care5915 Farrington Rd STE 202, Chapel Hill, NC 27517, USA | 4.9★ | 833 |
| #9 | Carolina Eye Clinic4037 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707, USA | 4.9★ | 670 |
| #10 | Academy Eye Associates - Durham3115 Academy Rd, Durham, NC 27707, USA | 5.0★ | 305 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in Durham
Duke Eye Center
2351 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705, USA
Woldorff Family Optometry Pa
813 Broad St, Durham, NC 27705, USA
Brier Creek Vision Care
9650 Brier Creek Pkwy Suite 107, Raleigh, NC 27617, USA
InView Eye Care
5915 Farrington Rd STE 202, Chapel Hill, NC 27517, USA
Carolina Eye Clinic
4037 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707, USA
Academy Eye Associates - Durham
3115 Academy Rd, Durham, NC 27707, USA
America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses
4600 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707, USA
Eyemart Express
4010 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd #400a, Durham, NC 27707, USA
eyecarecenter
14 Consultant Pl, Durham, NC 27707, USA
LensCrafters
6910 Fayetteville Rd #296, Durham, NC 27713, USA
Target Optical
4037 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Durham
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Durham?
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 Durham?
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 Durham typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Durham?
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 Durham 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 NC?
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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