NY · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 29-2081

Opticians, Dispensing Salary in New York

Median Annual Salary $60,100 +29% above national average (national: $46,560)
$63,050Mean Annual
$29Median Hourly
5,180Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$60,100
$47,490
10th pct.
$75,970
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$47,490$22.83
25th percentile$58,240$28.00
50th percentile (median)$60,100$28.90
75th percentile$66,190$31.82
90th percentile (top earners)$75,970$36.53
Mean (average)$63,050$30.31

How New York Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. New York
New York (current) $60,100
New Jersey $66,250 +10%
Connecticut $64,780 +8%
Massachusetts $63,810 +6%
District of Columbia $59,110 -2%
California $57,770 -4%
Vermont $57,500 -4%
Florida $56,920 -5%
Alaska $56,260 -6%

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Health Education Specialists $60,320 3,850
Protective Service Workers, All Other $59,830 1,660

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Opticians, Dispensing salary in New York?

The mean opticians, dispensing salary in New York is $63,050 per year. The median (middle) salary is $60,100 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

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

Entry-level opticians, dispensings (10th percentile) in New York typically earn around $47,490 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $58,240 per year.

What is the highest Opticians, Dispensing salary in New York?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in New York make approximately $75,970 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $66,190 per year.

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

The median opticians, dispensing salary in New York is $60,100, which is +29% above 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