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Opticians, Dispensing Salary Guide for Maryland

opticians, dispensing working in Maryland earn an average of $43,530.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
1,430
Annual Mean Salary
$43,530.00
Hourly Rate
$20.93
Estimated Monthly*
$3,348.80
*Based on 40-hour work week

Maryland vs National Salary Trends

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

Maryland shows a downward salary trend for opticians, dispensing, falling below the national average. This suggests challenges in the local job market for professionals in the field.

Local Market Analysis

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

Baltimore-Columbia-Towson

Annual Mean Salary
$42,080.00
Hourly Rate
$20.23
Employment
590 professionals
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Hagerstown-Martinsburg

Annual Mean Salary
$42,020.00
Hourly Rate
$20.20
Employment
70 professionals
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Salisbury

Annual Mean Salary
$38,790.00
Hourly Rate
$18.65
Employment
110 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.