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Opticians, Dispensing Salary Guide for Kentucky

opticians, dispensing working in Kentucky earn an average of $41,200.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
940
Annual Mean Salary
$41,200.00
Hourly Rate
$19.81
Estimated Monthly*
$3,169.60
*Based on 40-hour work week

Kentucky vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Kentucky's opticians, dispensing salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Kentucky offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

While Kentucky shows an upward salary trend for opticians, dispensing, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for opticians, dispensing can vary significantly within Kentucky. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Lexington-Fayette

Annual Mean Salary
$43,830.00
Hourly Rate
$21.07
Employment
110 professionals
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Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$42,940.00
Hourly Rate
$20.64
Employment
80 professionals
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West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$40,840.00
Hourly Rate
$19.63
Employment
100 professionals
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East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$40,720.00
Hourly Rate
$19.58
Employment
50 professionals
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South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$40,400.00
Hourly Rate
$19.42
Employment
100 professionals
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Elizabethtown-Fort Knox

Annual Mean Salary
$40,090.00
Hourly Rate
$19.28
Employment
30 professionals
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Louisville/Jefferson County

Annual Mean Salary
$39,060.00
Hourly Rate
$18.78
Employment
310 professionals
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Owensboro

Annual Mean Salary
$36,170.00
Hourly Rate
$17.39
Employment
40 professionals
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Bowling Green

Annual Mean Salary
$34,790.00
Hourly Rate
$16.73
Employment
70 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.