Opticians, Dispensing pay in Ohio
In Ohio, the median pay for opticians, dispensing is $24.28 an hour ($50,500 a year). About 2,960 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($47,260). Ohio ranks 13th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for opticians, dispensing in Ohio
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.23 | $35,830 |
| 25% of workers | $19.53 | $40,620 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.28 | $50,500 |
| 75% of workers | $29.05 | $60,430 |
| 90% of workers | $31.39 | $65,280 |
Opticians, Dispensing pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | $52,060 | 520 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $51,030 | 200 |
| Cincinnati | $50,730 | 570 |
| Columbus | $50,730 | 590 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $49,750 | 100 |
| Toledo | $49,370 | 180 |
| Akron | $48,890 | 160 |
| Canton-Massillon | $48,410 | 110 |
| Mansfield | $48,260 | 40 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (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 Ohio
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $42,810 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $40,650 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,570 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $45,540 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $40,350 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $43,620 |
| Optometrists | $134,850 |
| Pharmacy Aides | $37,500 |
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