10+ Years · Rochester
Experienced Optometrists in Rochester, MN
Experience matters. These optometrists in Rochester have years of proven work behind them — and the reviews to back it up.
As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 19 optometrists in Rochester, MN by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Total Vision Eyecare with a 5.0-star rating from 663 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: You and Eye Family Eye Care and Lifetime Eye Care. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Rochester is 4.6 stars from 204 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Rochester: 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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4.6★
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Top Rated Optometrists
Total Vision Eyecare
1630 W Center St, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
You and Eye Family Eye Care
2650 Broadway Ave S Suite 400, Rochester, MN 55904, USA
Lifetime Eye Care
3632 10th Ln NW, Rochester, MN 55901, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Rochester, MN
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Total Vision Eyecare1630 W Center St, Rochester, MN 55902, USA | 5.0★ | 663 |
| #2 | You and Eye Family Eye Care2650 Broadway Ave S Suite 400, Rochester, MN 55904, USA | 5.0★ | 585 |
| #3 | Lifetime Eye Care3632 10th Ln NW, Rochester, MN 55901, USA | 4.9★ | 431 |
| #4 | Huber Eyecare2575 Commerce Dr NW suite 110, Rochester, MN 55901, USA | 5.0★ | 21 |
| #5 | Rochester Family Eye Clinic3630 11th Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901, USA | 4.2★ | 80 |
| #6 | LensCrafters111 Broadway Ave S, Rochester, MN 55904, USA | 4.7★ | 400 |
| #7 | Eyemart Express2854 41st St NW Ste 103, Rochester, MN 55901, USA | 4.8★ | 454 |
| #8 | Eye Doctors - Rochester South4611 Maine Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904, USA | 4.6★ | 5 |
| #9 | Gibbons Optical150 17th Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901, USA | 4.9★ | 28 |
| #10 | Mayo Clinic Optical Store - Rochester DowntownMayo Building, 200 1st St SW 7th Floor, Rochester, MN 55905, USA | 4.9★ | 54 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in Rochester
Huber Eyecare
2575 Commerce Dr NW suite 110, Rochester, MN 55901, USA
Rochester Family Eye Clinic
3630 11th Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901, USA
LensCrafters
111 Broadway Ave S, Rochester, MN 55904, USA
Eyemart Express
2854 41st St NW Ste 103, Rochester, MN 55901, USA
Eye Doctors - Rochester South
4611 Maine Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904, USA
Gibbons Optical
150 17th Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901, USA
Mayo Clinic Optical Store - Rochester Downtown
Mayo Building, 200 1st St SW 7th Floor, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
Shopko Optical
1620 Broadway Ave S, Rochester, MN 55904, USA
Target Optical
3827 Marketplace Dr NW, Rochester, MN 55901, USA
Visionworks
640 Apache Mall, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses
3462 55th St NW Suite 600, Rochester, MN 55901, USA
Optical Vision With Flair
114 1st Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
Eye Q Intelligent Eyewear
20 2nd Ave SW #77, Rochester, MN 55902, USA
Mayo Clinic Optical Store - Rochester NE Clinic
3041 Stonehedge Dr NE, Rochester, MN 55906, USA
Melissa K. Downs, OD
3630 11th Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901, USA
Mayo Clinic | Ophthalmology
200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Rochester
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Rochester?
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 Rochester?
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 Rochester typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Rochester?
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 Rochester 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 MN?
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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