Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,810 -18.8% vs national
Median hourly $18.18
10th percentile $29,780
90th percentile $57,660
Employed locally 50
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,780
    25th
    $35,140
    50th (median)
    $37,810
    75th
    $41,400
    90th
    $57,660

    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-Central Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,750
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,700
    Pharmacy Technicians $44,350
    Medical Records Specialists $41,960
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $50,970
    Pharmacists $140,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Opticians, Dispensing make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Southeast-Central Idaho is $18.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.72 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Opticians, Dispensing salaries?

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Southeast-Central Idaho is 18.8% 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-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $29,780 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,140.