MI · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 29-2081

Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Michigan

Median Annual Salary $39,870 -14% below national average (national: $46,560)
$43,500Mean Annual
$19Median Hourly
3,220Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$39,870
$35,490
10th pct.
$53,090
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$35,490$17.06
25th percentile$37,860$18.20
50th percentile (median)$39,870$19.17
75th percentile$45,150$21.71
90th percentile (top earners)$53,090$25.52
Mean (average)$43,500$20.91

How Michigan Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. Michigan
Michigan (current) $39,870
New Jersey $66,250 +66%
Connecticut $64,780 +62%
Massachusetts $63,810 +60%
New York $60,100 +51%
District of Columbia $59,110 +48%
California $57,770 +45%
Vermont $57,500 +44%
Florida $56,920 +43%

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Related Occupations in Michigan

OccupationMedian AnnualEmployment
Phlebotomists $39,760 3,070
Helpers--Production Workers $40,040 3,820
Pharmacy Technicians $40,040 14,610
Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants $40,050 27,440
Helpers--Electricians $40,220 190
Bartenders $39,500 19,530

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Opticians, Dispensing salary in Michigan?

The mean opticians, dispensing salary in Michigan is $43,500 per year. The median (middle) salary is $39,870 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Opticians, Dispensing in Michigan?

Entry-level opticians, dispensings (10th percentile) in Michigan typically earn around $35,490 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $37,860 per year.

What is the highest Opticians, Dispensing salary in Michigan?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in Michigan make approximately $53,090 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $45,150 per year.

How does the Michigan Opticians, Dispensing salary compare to the national average?

The median opticians, dispensing salary in Michigan is $39,870, which is -14% below national average of $46,560.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes