Opticians, Dispensing pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for opticians, dispensing is $21.41 an hour ($44,530 a year). About 2,420 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($47,260). It is about the same as the Illinois median ($43,960).
Pay range for opticians, dispensing in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.04 | $37,530 |
| 25% of workers | $18.86 | $39,230 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.41 | $44,530 |
| 75% of workers | $23.44 | $48,750 |
| 90% of workers | $30.56 | $63,560 |
Opticians, Dispensing pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $44,530 | 2,420 |
| Rockford | $42,070 | 60 |
| Bloomington | $40,150 | 80 |
| Springfield | $39,790 | 60 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $37,080 | 40 |
| Peoria | $37,040 | 150 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for opticians, dispensing
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 5,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy Technicians | $46,820 |
| Medical Assistants | $47,270 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $50,240 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $50,010 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $48,630 |
| Optometrists | $145,630 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $48,440 |
| Pharmacy Aides | $37,010 |
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