Opticians, Dispensing Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $40,300 -13.4% vs national
Median hourly $19.37
10th percentile $35,500
90th percentile $49,330
Employed locally 110
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,500
    25th
    $37,060
    50th (median)
    $40,300
    75th
    $45,820
    90th
    $49,330

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$83,150
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$60,830
    Pharmacy Technicians$41,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians$37,200
    Dental Hygienists$82,450
    Veterinary Technologists and Technicians$41,620

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in South Central Wisconsin is $19.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.71 or more per hour.

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

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in South Central Wisconsin is 13.4% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $35,500 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,060.