Opticians, Dispensing pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for opticians, dispensing is $21.55 an hour ($44,820 a year). About 1,430 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($47,260). Wisconsin ranks 31st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for opticians, dispensing in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.63 | $36,680 |
| 25% of workers | $18.31 | $38,090 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.55 | $44,820 |
| 75% of workers | $23.50 | $48,880 |
| 90% of workers | $29.00 | $60,320 |
Opticians, Dispensing pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Madison | $46,480 | 210 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $45,930 | 310 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $45,740 | 50 |
| Kenosha | $45,420 | 40 |
| Wausau | $45,090 | 50 |
| Sheboygan | $44,910 | 30 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $44,620 | 60 |
| Eau Claire | $43,910 | 60 |
| Green Bay | $43,660 | 90 |
| Appleton | $43,620 | 70 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant | $39,950 | 50 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $38,900 | 40 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $48,680 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $45,970 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $51,350 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $44,850 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $47,570 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $56,420 |
| Optometrists | $139,720 |
| Pharmacy Aides | $36,660 |
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