Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,060 -7.5% vs national
Median hourly $20.70
10th percentile $35,650
90th percentile $57,560
Employed locally 90
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,650
    25th
    $38,020
    50th (median)
    $43,060
    75th
    $47,140
    90th
    $57,560

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $84,350
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,660
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,350
    Physicians, All Other $101,100
    Emergency Medical Technicians $38,130
    Psychiatric Technicians $48,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Opticians, Dispensing make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $20.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.71 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Opticians, Dispensing salaries?

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 7.5% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $35,650 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,020.