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Opticians, Dispensing Salary Guide for Texas

opticians, dispensing working in Texas earn an average of $36,390.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
6,260
Annual Mean Salary
$36,390.00
Hourly Rate
$17.50
Estimated Monthly*
$2,800.00
*Based on 40-hour work week

Texas vs National Salary Trends

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

While Texas 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 Texas. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Odessa

Annual Mean Salary
$41,060.00
Hourly Rate
$19.74
Employment
40 professionals
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Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington

Annual Mean Salary
$38,890.00
Hourly Rate
$18.70
Employment
1,780 professionals
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Austin-Round Rock

Annual Mean Salary
$38,660.00
Hourly Rate
$18.59
Employment
620 professionals
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Midland

Annual Mean Salary
$38,420.00
Hourly Rate
$18.47
Employment
40 professionals
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San Antonio-New Braunfels

Annual Mean Salary
$37,250.00
Hourly Rate
$17.91
Employment
520 professionals
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Beaumont-Port Arthur

Annual Mean Salary
$36,980.00
Hourly Rate
$17.78
Employment
120 professionals
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Sherman-Denison

Annual Mean Salary
$36,290.00
Hourly Rate
$17.45
Employment
30 professionals
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Corpus Christi

Annual Mean Salary
$36,070.00
Hourly Rate
$17.34
Employment
180 professionals
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Killeen-Temple

Annual Mean Salary
$36,030.00
Hourly Rate
$17.32
Employment
70 professionals
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Big Thicket Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$35,960.00
Hourly Rate
$17.29
Employment
50 professionals
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College Station-Bryan

Annual Mean Salary
$35,850.00
Hourly Rate
$17.24
Employment
60 professionals
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Hill Country Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$35,540.00
Hourly Rate
$17.09
Employment
70 professionals
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Tyler

Annual Mean Salary
$35,360.00
Hourly Rate
$17.00
Employment
50 professionals
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West Texas Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$35,120.00
Hourly Rate
$16.88
Employment
60 professionals
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Lubbock

Annual Mean Salary
$35,060.00
Hourly Rate
$16.85
Employment
90 professionals
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Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land

Annual Mean Salary
$34,320.00
Hourly Rate
$16.50
Employment
1,470 professionals
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North Texas Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$34,140.00
Hourly Rate
$16.42
Employment
140 professionals
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Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$33,870.00
Hourly Rate
$16.29
Employment
30 professionals
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Amarillo

Annual Mean Salary
$33,650.00
Hourly Rate
$16.18
Employment
90 professionals
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Longview

Annual Mean Salary
$33,550.00
Hourly Rate
$16.13
Employment
50 professionals
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El Paso

Annual Mean Salary
$33,490.00
Hourly Rate
$16.10
Employment
110 professionals
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Victoria

Annual Mean Salary
$33,220.00
Hourly Rate
$15.97
Employment
30 professionals
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Brownsville-Harlingen

Annual Mean Salary
$32,600.00
Hourly Rate
$15.68
Employment
60 professionals
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McAllen-Edinburg-Mission

Annual Mean Salary
$32,400.00
Hourly Rate
$15.58
Employment
140 professionals
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Waco

Annual Mean Salary
$32,040.00
Hourly Rate
$15.40
Employment
40 professionals
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Wichita Falls

Annual Mean Salary
$32,000.00
Hourly Rate
$15.38
Employment
40 professionals
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San Angelo

Annual Mean Salary
$31,450.00
Hourly Rate
$15.12
Employment
30 professionals
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Texarkana

Annual Mean Salary
$30,810.00
Hourly Rate
$14.81
Employment
30 professionals
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Laredo

Annual Mean Salary
$30,800.00
Hourly Rate
$14.81
Employment
30 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.