Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $45,510 -2.3% vs national
Median hourly $21.88
10th percentile $38,260
90th percentile $52,000
Employed locally 70
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,260
    25th
    $39,490
    50th (median)
    $45,510
    75th
    $50,840
    90th
    $52,000

    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$84,710
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$59,360
    Pharmacy Technicians$46,500
    Emergency Medical Technicians$41,440
    Pharmacists$141,530
    Dental Hygienists$94,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Southwest Minnesota is $21.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.93 or more per hour.

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

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Southwest Minnesota is 2.3% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $38,260 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,490.