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Opticians earn a median hourly wage of $25.87. Hourly wages typically start from $15.46 and go up to $33.01. Opticians earn a median salary of $53,820 per year. Salaries typically start from $32,150 and go up to $68,660.
What is the difference between an Optician, Optometrist, and Ophthalmologist? Optician: A professional in the field of finishing and fitting eyeglass lenses, frames, and contact lenses. An optician turns your doctor's prescription into the glasses or contact lenses you need to make your vision the best it can be.