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Optician

A comprehensive guide to Optician licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$46,056 / yr

Min. Education

Varies by state board

Job Outlook

Stable

Top Paying State

New Jersey

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
NJ
New JerseyCompact: No
66,250Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course required6-24 monthsDetails
CT
ConnecticutCompact: Yes
64,780Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: Yes
63,810Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
NY
New YorkCompact: Pending
60,100Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree required6-24 monthsDetails
CA
CaliforniaCompact: Yes
57,770Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
VT
VermontCompact: No
57,500Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course required6-24 monthsDetails