Opticians, Dispensing pay in Maryland
In Maryland, the median pay for opticians, dispensing is $23.41 an hour ($48,700 a year). About 1,060 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($47,260). Maryland ranks 18th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for opticians, dispensing in Maryland
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.84 | $37,100 |
| 25% of workers | $20.23 | $42,070 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.41 | $48,700 |
| 75% of workers | $28.76 | $59,820 |
| 90% of workers | $31.17 | $64,830 |
Opticians, Dispensing pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $48,320 | 500 |
| Salisbury | $46,020 | 40 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg | $43,660 | 40 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (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 Maryland
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $46,410 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $45,120 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $43,680 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,750 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $50,070 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $48,680 |
| Optometrists | $165,840 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $74,660 |
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