Opticians, Dispensing Salary in Ames, IA
Median Salary
$40,860
per year
Hourly Rate
$19.64
per hour
Employment
40
in Ames, IA
vs. National Avg
-13.5%
National: $47,260
📊 Compared to the national median of $47,260, Ames, IA pays 13.5% LESS for Opticians, Dispensing positions.
Salary Distribution in Ames, IA
10th
$36,650
25th
$39,170
Median
$40,860
75th
$46,680
90th
$50,670
Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).