Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Northeast Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $33,950 -27.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.32
10th percentile $29,510
90th percentile $47,600
Employed locally 30
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,510
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $33,950
    75th
    $40,630
    90th
    $47,600

    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 Northeast Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $75,460
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $49,710
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,170
    Pharmacists $132,190
    Nurse Practitioners $122,260
    Paramedics $46,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Opticians, Dispensing make per hour in Northeast Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Northeast Louisiana is $16.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.89 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Louisiana above or below average for Opticians, Dispensing salaries?

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Northeast Louisiana is 27.1% 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 Northeast Louisiana?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $29,510 per year in Northeast Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.