Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $36,820 -20.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.70
10th percentile $30,510
90th percentile $58,910
Employed locally 130
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,510
    25th
    $35,600
    50th (median)
    $36,820
    75th
    $46,950
    90th
    $58,910

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,110
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,730
    Pharmacy Technicians $40,100
    Dental Hygienists $80,520
    Emergency Medical Technicians $43,190
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $59,930

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Northeastern Wisconsin is $17.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.19 or more per hour.

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

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 20.9% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $30,510 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,600.