32100 economic 2025-2027
Thompson - Okanagan Good
Canada Moderate
Opticians in Thompson - Okanagan
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$23.19
/hr
Typical
$28.94
/hr
Experienced
$35.81
/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Good for opticians (NOC 32100) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
Here are some key facts about opticians in the Thompson - Okanagan region:
- Approximately 200 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Opticians mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 55%
- Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 45%