Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,570 -19.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.06
10th percentile $32,240
90th percentile $57,860
Employed locally 60
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,240
    25th
    $34,940
    50th (median)
    $37,570
    75th
    $47,240
    90th
    $57,860

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,760
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,840
    Pharmacists $139,020
    Physical Therapists $98,000
    Emergency Medical Technicians $37,460

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Opticians, Dispensing make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $18.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.12 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Opticians, Dispensing salaries?

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 19.3% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $32,240 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,940.