Optical Assistant Salary in the United States

Optical Assistant Salary

How much does an Optical Assistant make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Optical Assistant in the United States is $56,724. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $50,099 to $61,805, with most professionals earning between $44,068 and $66,432.

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Optical Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Optical Assistant Salary $44,068 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Optical Assistant Salary $50,099 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Optical Assistant Salary $56,724 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Optical Assistant Salary $61,805 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Optical Assistant Salary $66,432 US April 01, 2025
25% $50,099 10% $44,068 90% $66,432 75% $61,805 $56,724 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 Optical Assistant in the United States. The base salary for Optical Assistant ranges from $50,099 to $61,805 with the average base salary of $56,724. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,099 to $61,805 with the average total cash compensation of $56,724.
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