Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Southeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,050 -22.6% vs national
Median hourly $17.33
10th percentile $29,660
90th percentile $44,880
Employed locally 50
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,660
    25th
    $29,900
    50th (median)
    $36,050
    75th
    $37,750
    90th
    $44,880

    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 Southeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$65,250
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$48,590
    Pharmacy Technicians$36,650
    Psychiatric Technicians$26,360
    Pharmacists$130,200
    Paramedics$40,150

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Opticians, Dispensing make per hour in Southeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Southeast Alabama is $17.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.29 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Alabama above or below average for Opticians, Dispensing salaries?

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Southeast Alabama is 22.6% 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 Southeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $29,660 per year in Southeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,900.