Iowa Optician Requirements
No License Required
Iowa does NOT require opticians to be licensed. Start immediately. Voluntary ABO/NCLE certification recommended.
License Status
Not Required
Voluntary certification
Average Salary
$42,300
Annual (2026)
Time to Start
Immediate
Work right away
No License Required
Iowa does NOT require opticians to be licensed.
Certification Value
Certified
$46,100/yr
Non-Certified
$38,500/yr
$7,600 annual difference
IA Salary & Outlook
$42,300
Average
$34,000
Entry
$57,000
Certified Senior
Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Iowa City. Growth: 4-5%.