Opticians, Dispensing pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for opticians, dispensing is $21.29 an hour ($44,290 a year). About 950 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($47,260). Kentucky ranks 33rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for opticians, dispensing in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.51 | $30,190 |
| 25% of workers | $17.68 | $36,770 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.29 | $44,290 |
| 75% of workers | $28.53 | $59,340 |
| 90% of workers | $31.31 | $65,130 |
Opticians, Dispensing pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington-Fayette | $47,310 | 120 |
| Elizabethtown | $45,070 | 30 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $40,560 | 340 |
| Paducah | $39,210 | 30 |
| Bowling Green | $37,000 | 60 |
Kentucky 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 Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $39,270 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $39,200 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $49,410 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $38,990 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $46,880 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $46,020 |
| Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians | $36,650 |
| Pharmacy Aides | $34,610 |
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