Opticians, Dispensing pay in Virginia
In Virginia, the median pay for opticians, dispensing is $26.84 an hour ($55,820 a year). About 1,860 people work in this job there.
That is 18% higher than the U.S. median ($47,260). Virginia ranks 11th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for opticians, dispensing in Virginia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.48 | $36,360 |
| 25% of workers | $21.03 | $43,730 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.84 | $55,820 |
| 75% of workers | $30.75 | $63,950 |
| 90% of workers | $37.24 | $77,460 |
Opticians, Dispensing pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Harrisonburg | $62,980 | 30 |
| Winchester | $58,190 | 40 |
| Charlottesville | $57,140 | 60 |
| Richmond | $55,020 | 310 |
| Roanoke | $52,650 | 90 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $52,390 | 400 |
| Lynchburg | $48,890 | 50 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (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 Virginia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $44,740 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $44,610 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,340 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $46,060 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $46,580 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $40,920 |
| Optometrists | $131,570 |
| Pharmacy Aides | $36,390 |
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