Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $45,430 -2.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.84
10th percentile $38,310
90th percentile $56,630
Employed locally 90
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,310
    25th
    $40,560
    50th (median)
    $45,430
    75th
    $47,600
    90th
    $56,630

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $90,450
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,630
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,110
    Pharmacists $145,600
    Dental Hygienists $93,910
    Emergency Medical Technicians $39,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Southeast Minnesota is $21.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.84 or more per hour.

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

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Southeast Minnesota is 2.4% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $38,310 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,560.