Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,130 +1.2% vs national
Median hourly $22.66
10th percentile $32,200
90th percentile $62,940
Employed locally 90
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,200
    25th
    $38,320
    50th (median)
    $47,130
    75th
    $59,470
    90th
    $62,940

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,980
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,220
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,980
    Pharmacists $134,760
    Nurse Practitioners $120,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Opticians, Dispensing make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Southern Ohio is $22.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.70 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Opticians, Dispensing salaries?

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Southern Ohio is 1.2% above 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $32,200 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,320.