How much does an optician make in Virginia?
$55,820a year
Median yearly pay for opticians in Virginia. That is $26.84 an hour or $4,652 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.84
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,860
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,360Median: $55,820Highest 10%: $77,460
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,360 | $17.48 | |
| 25th | $43,730 | $21.02 | |
| Median | $55,820 | $26.84 | |
| 75th | $63,950 | $30.75 | |
| 90th | $77,460 | $37.24 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Harrisonburg, VA | $62,980 |
| Washington, DC | $59,520 |
| Winchester, VA | $58,190 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $57,140 |
| Richmond, VA | $55,020 |
| Roanoke, VA | $52,650 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $52,390 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $48,890 |
| Kingsport, TN | $38,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for opticians.
| 8. Alaska | $58,250 |
| 9. California | $57,990 |
| 10. Vermont | $57,350 |
| 11. Virginia | $55,820 |
| 12. New Hampshire | $51,980 |
| 13. Ohio | $50,500 |
| 14. North Carolina | $50,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optician make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $26.84 ($55,820 a year).
Do opticians make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $55,820 against $47,260 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Virginia rank for optician pay?
Virginia ranks 11 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays opticians the most?
Harrisonburg, VA, with a median of $62,980 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.