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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 19 optometrists in Richmond, VA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is RVA Eye Care Optometrists with a 5.0-star rating from 1,191 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Patterson Eye Clinic and LensCrafters. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Richmond is 4.8 stars from 554 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Richmond: comprehensive exam $100–$175 without insurance; most vision plans cover 1 exam/year with $10–$25 copay.
Rankings updated June 1, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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4.8★
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Top Rated Optometrists
RVA Eye Care Optometrists
5617 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23230, USA
Patterson Eye Clinic
5419 Patterson Ave, Richmond, VA 23226, USA
LensCrafters
1601 Willow Lawn Dr, Richmond, VA 23230, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Richmond, VA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | RVA Eye Care Optometrists5617 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23230, USA | 5.0★ | 1,191 |
| #2 | Patterson Eye Clinic5419 Patterson Ave, Richmond, VA 23226, USA | 4.9★ | 1,017 |
| #3 | LensCrafters1601 Willow Lawn Dr, Richmond, VA 23230, USA | 4.9★ | 1,115 |
| #4 | Grove Eye Care - Richmond3601 Grove Ave, Richmond, VA 23221, USA | 4.9★ | 993 |
| #5 | Carytown Optometry3343 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221, USA | 5.0★ | 132 |
| #6 | Willow Lawn Eye Care1601 Willow Lawn Dr Suite 254B, Richmond, VA 23230, USA | 4.7★ | 910 |
| #7 | Capital Eye Care5000 Bakers Mill Ln #170, Richmond, VA 23230, USA | 4.8★ | 339 |
| #8 | Family Vision Care of Richmond4114 Innslake Dr, Glen Allen, VA 23060, USA | 4.9★ | 774 |
| #9 | Eyemart Express11413B Midlothian Tpke Ste 101, North Chesterfield, VA 23235, USA | 4.8★ | 817 |
| #10 | Dominion Eye Associates2010 Bremo Rd # 132, Richmond, VA 23226, USA | 4.7★ | 1,361 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Optometrists in Richmond
Grove Eye Care - Richmond
3601 Grove Ave, Richmond, VA 23221, USA
Carytown Optometry
3343 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221, USA
Willow Lawn Eye Care
1601 Willow Lawn Dr Suite 254B, Richmond, VA 23230, USA
Capital Eye Care
5000 Bakers Mill Ln #170, Richmond, VA 23230, USA
Family Vision Care of Richmond
4114 Innslake Dr, Glen Allen, VA 23060, USA
Eyemart Express
11413B Midlothian Tpke Ste 101, North Chesterfield, VA 23235, USA
Dominion Eye Associates
2010 Bremo Rd # 132, Richmond, VA 23226, USA
Richmond Eye Care
1770 N Parham Rd Ste 101, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
Short Pump Family Eye Care
11591 W Broad St C, Richmond, VA 23233, USA
Nilsen Eye Care, now part of MyEyeDr.
601 N Courthouse Rd STE 2, North Chesterfield, VA 23236, USA
MyEyeDr.
3524 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221, USA
Carytown Optical Shoppe
3343 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221, USA
Target Optical
5401 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23230, USA
Virginia Eye Institute - Reynolds
6946 Forest Ave Ste 100, Richmond, VA 23230, USA
Tom Kirkland Opticians Inc
14 N 8th St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
Dr. Lauren Lucas & Associates
8900 W Broad St c, Richmond, VA 23294, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Richmond
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Richmond?
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 Richmond?
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 Richmond typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Richmond?
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 Richmond 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 VA?
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: June 1, 2026.
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