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Opticians (Dispensing) Salary in Washington

Opticians (Dispensing) in Washington earn a median of $49,220 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$49,220
vs. U.S. median
+4% ($47,260)
Rank among states
16 of 51
Jobs in the state
2,100

Pay range in Washington

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,120; the top 10% earn over $78,830. Nationally the range is $35,610 to $76,750.

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Opticians (Dispensing) pay in Washington

How much do opticians (dispensing) make in Washington?

The median is $49,220 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,120 and the top 10% earn over $78,830. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Washington a good state for opticians (dispensing)?

On pay alone it ranks 16 of 51 (+4% vs. the national median of $47,260). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses