Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $40,560 -12.9% vs national
Median hourly $19.50
10th percentile $34,500
90th percentile $51,070
Employed locally 40
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,500
    25th
    $37,610
    50th (median)
    $40,560
    75th
    $48,010
    90th
    $51,070

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$88,510
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$63,560
    Pharmacy Technicians$45,380
    Nurse Practitioners$117,520
    Pharmacists$132,600
    Emergency Medical Technicians$45,160

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Opticians, Dispensing make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Maryland is $19.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.03 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Opticians, Dispensing salaries?

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Maryland is 12.9% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $34,500 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,610.