Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Southwest Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,950 -14.2% vs national
Median hourly $19.21
10th percentile $37,490
90th percentile $48,760
Employed locally 80
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,490
    25th
    $37,890
    50th (median)
    $39,950
    75th
    $47,800
    90th
    $48,760

    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 $84,400
    Pharmacy Technicians $41,230
    Physical Therapists $94,130
    Emergency Medical Technicians $44,670
    Nurse Practitioners $127,500
    Pharmacists $140,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Opticians, Dispensing make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Southwest Maine is $19.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.74 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Opticians, Dispensing salaries?

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Southwest Maine is 14.2% 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 Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $37,490 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,890.