How much does an Optical Engineering make in Columbia, MD?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Optical Engineering in Columbia, MD is $58,961. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $47,050 to a high of $76,005, with most professionals earning between $52,726 and $67,883.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Optical Engineering Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $47,050 Columbia,MD April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $52,726 Columbia,MD April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $58,961 Columbia,MD April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $67,883 Columbia,MD April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $76,005 Columbia,MD April 01, 2025
25% $52,726 10% $47,050 90% $76,005 75% $67,883 $58,961 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 Engineering in Columbia, MD. The base salary for Optical Engineering ranges from $52,726 to $67,883 with the average base salary of $58,961. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $52,818 to $68,095 with the average total cash compensation of $59,110.
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