Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Northeast Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $39,120 -16% vs national
Median hourly $18.81
10th percentile $35,720
90th percentile $47,240
Employed locally 70
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,720
    25th
    $37,190
    50th (median)
    $39,120
    75th
    $44,720
    90th
    $47,240

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,410
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $61,600
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,480
    Nurse Practitioners $130,830
    Pharmacists $130,020
    Physical Therapists $97,890

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Northeast Nebraska is $18.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.66 or more per hour.

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

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Northeast Nebraska is 16% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $35,720 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,190.