Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Northeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $46,340 -0.5% vs national
Median hourly $22.28
10th percentile $38,610
90th percentile $58,050
Employed locally 40
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,610
    25th
    $44,110
    50th (median)
    $46,340
    75th
    $58,050
    90th
    $58,050

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $86,270
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,350
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,830
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,820
    Veterinary Technologists and Technicians $47,760
    Psychiatric Technicians $37,930

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Northeast Minnesota is $22.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.95 or more per hour.

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

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Northeast Minnesota is 0.5% 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 Northeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $38,610 per year in Northeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,110.