Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Eastern Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,640 -6.3% vs national
Median hourly $20.98
10th percentile $36,060
90th percentile $58,040
Employed locally 50
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,060
    25th
    $40,560
    50th (median)
    $43,640
    75th
    $44,720
    90th
    $58,040

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $108,490
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $85,310
    Pharmacy Technicians $48,070
    Dental Hygienists $102,430
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,580
    Nurse Practitioners $140,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Opticians, Dispensing make per hour in Eastern Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Eastern Oregon is $20.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.78 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Oregon above or below average for Opticians, Dispensing salaries?

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Eastern Oregon is 6.3% 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 Eastern Oregon?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $36,060 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,560.