Opticians (Dispensing) Salary in Illinois
Opticians (Dispensing) in Illinois earn a median of $43,960 a year, −7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $43,960
- vs. U.S. median
- −7% ($47,260)
- Rank among states
- 34 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,250
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,080; the top 10% earn over $62,830. Nationally the range is $35,610 to $76,750.
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Opticians (Dispensing) pay in Illinois
How much do opticians (dispensing) make in Illinois?
The median is $43,960 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,080 and the top 10% earn over $62,830. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for opticians (dispensing)?
On pay alone it ranks 34 of 51 (−7% vs. the national median of $47,260). Living costs are not included.