32100 economic 2025-2027
Cape Breton Moderate
Canada Moderate
Opticians in Cape Breton
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$22.08
/hr
Typical
$28.07
/hr
Experienced
$32.41
/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Moderate for opticians (NOC 32100) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about opticians in the Cape Breton region:
- Approximately 30 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Opticians mainly work in the following sectors:
- Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 70%
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 30%