Opticians, Dispensing pay in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the median pay for opticians, dispensing is $32.31 an hour ($67,210 a year). About 1,360 people work in this job there.
That is 42% higher than the U.S. median ($47,260). Massachusetts ranks 4th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for opticians, dispensing in Massachusetts
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.49 | $48,850 |
| 25% of workers | $26.10 | $54,290 |
| Half of workers (median) | $32.31 | $67,210 |
| 75% of workers | $38.30 | $79,670 |
| 90% of workers | $40.17 | $83,550 |
Opticians, Dispensing pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | $71,000 | 70 |
| Barnstable Town | $69,530 | 60 |
| Worcester | $67,630 | 160 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton | $65,000 | 60 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $64,170 | 950 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Massachusetts
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $49,460 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $46,470 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $60,500 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $49,750 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $58,580 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $58,340 |
| Optometrists | $151,730 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $80,220 |
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