Opticians, Dispensing Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,600 -19.2% vs national
Median hourly $18.08
10th percentile $34,500
90th percentile $48,770
Employed locally 90
National median $46,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,500
    25th
    $36,980
    50th (median)
    $37,600
    75th
    $44,080
    90th
    $48,770

    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 West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $77,010
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,000
    Pharmacy Technicians $41,170
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,310
    Paramedics $47,610
    Nurse Practitioners $126,780

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Opticians, Dispensing make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Opticians, Dispensing in West Central Illinois is $18.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.28 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Opticians, Dispensing salaries?

    The median Opticians, Dispensing salary in West Central Illinois is 19.2% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Opticians, Dispensing (10th percentile) earn around $34,500 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,980.