Opticians, Dispensing pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for opticians, dispensing is $18.63 an hour ($38,750 a year). About 1,600 people work in this job there.
That is 18% lower than the U.S. median ($47,260). Missouri ranks 45th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for opticians, dispensing in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.40 | $34,110 |
| 25% of workers | $17.33 | $36,050 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.63 | $38,750 |
| 75% of workers | $22.44 | $46,680 |
| 90% of workers | $26.35 | $54,810 |
Opticians, Dispensing pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson City | $43,440 | 40 |
| Kansas City | $40,930 | 450 |
| St. Louis | $39,230 | 750 |
| Springfield | $37,650 | 150 |
| Joplin | $36,680 | 50 |
| Columbia | $36,600 | 60 |
| St. Joseph | $36,390 | 40 |
| Cape Girardeau | $36,100 | 50 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $40,440 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $40,100 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $46,040 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $39,940 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $43,480 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $40,290 |
| Pharmacy Aides | $37,820 |
| Optometrists | $133,810 |
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