Opticians, Dispensing Salary in East Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,460 -19.5% vs national
Median hourly $18.01
10th percentile $34,720
90th percentile $45,950
Employed locally 80
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,720
    25th
    $36,470
    50th (median)
    $37,460
    75th
    $39,410
    90th
    $45,950

    Top-paying metros for Opticians, Dispensing

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $72,750
    Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT $68,790
    Barnstable Town, MA $66,880
    New Jersey $66,250
    Watertown-Fort Drum, NY $65,870
    New Haven, CT $64,990

    Related occupations in East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,950
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,810
    Pharmacy Technicians $40,480
    Dental Hygienists $81,680
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,990
    Physicians, All Other $259,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Opticians, Dispensing make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in East Central Illinois is $18.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.91 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Opticians, Dispensing salaries?

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in East Central Illinois is 19.5% below the national median of $46,560. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Opticians, Dispensing in East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $34,720 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,470.