32100 economic 2025-2027
Lower Mainland - Southwest Moderate
Canada Moderate
Opticians in Lower Mainland - Southwest
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$23.00
/hr
Typical
$32.00
/hr
Experienced
$39.00
/hr
Average: $30.44/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 Lower Mainland - Southwest 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 Lower Mainland - Southwest region:
- Approximately 930 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Opticians mainly work in the following sectors:
- Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 71%
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 28%