Opticians, Dispensing pay in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, the median pay for opticians, dispensing is $18.24 an hour ($37,940 a year). About 730 people work in this job there.
That is 20% lower than the U.S. median ($47,260). Oklahoma ranks 48th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for opticians, dispensing in Oklahoma
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.20 | $29,530 |
| 25% of workers | $16.20 | $33,700 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.24 | $37,940 |
| 75% of workers | $22.15 | $46,070 |
| 90% of workers | $26.11 | $54,310 |
Opticians, Dispensing pay in Oklahoma metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | $39,190 | 170 |
| Oklahoma City | $38,670 | 260 |
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $38,750 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $40,500 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $45,330 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $37,920 |
| Pharmacy Aides | $30,360 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $43,460 |
| Optometrists | $97,350 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $49,940 |
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