Opticians, Dispensing pay in Oregon
In Oregon, the median pay for opticians, dispensing is $23.66 an hour ($49,210 a year). About 1,000 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($47,260). Oregon ranks 17th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for opticians, dispensing in Oregon
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.98 | $39,480 |
| 25% of workers | $21.99 | $45,740 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.66 | $49,210 |
| 75% of workers | $28.40 | $59,060 |
| 90% of workers | $36.90 | $76,750 |
Opticians, Dispensing pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bend | $54,750 | 80 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $49,620 | 600 |
| Salem | $47,550 | 80 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $46,270 | 80 |
| Albany | $46,100 | 30 |
| Medford | $45,930 | 60 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Oregon
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $50,410 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $54,900 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $47,510 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $60,390 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $48,890 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $50,020 |
| Optometrists | $132,020 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $80,470 |
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