Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Salary in the United States

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Salary

How much does a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) in the United States is $62,668. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $48,685 to a high of $73,392, with most professionals earning between $55,349 and $68,281.

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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Salary $48,685 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Salary $55,349 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Salary $62,668 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Salary $68,281 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Salary $73,392 US April 01, 2025
25% $55,349 10% $48,685 90% $73,392 75% $68,281 $62,668 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) in the United States. The base salary for Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) ranges from $55,349 to $68,281 with the average base salary of $62,668. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $55,349 to $68,281 with the average total cash compensation of $62,668.

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