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Optical technician salary in United States, 2026

How much does an Optical Technician make in the United States?

Average base salary

$21.62
Average $21.62
Low $13.88
High $33.66

The average salary for a optical technician is $21.62 per hour in the United States. 684 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 9, 2026).

Optical Technician job openings in United States

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Optical Technician / Optician
EYE CARE CENTER2.4out of 5 stars.
Charlotte, NC
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Optical Technician in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Planet Labs
 
$162,550per year
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Southwestern College
 
$155,865per year
Tailored Management
 
$135,200per year
Dolby
 
$107,150per year
Coherent Corp.
 
$100,813per year
Divihn Integration
 
$96,096per year

Highest paying cities for Optical Technicians near United States

  1. Santa Clara, CA
    $33.95 per hour
  2. Fairport, NY
    $28.26 per hour
  3. Pleasanton, CA
    $26.36 per hour
  4. Rochester, NY
    $25.96 per hour
  5. Brooklyn, NY
    $24.38 per hour

Where can an Optical Technician earn more?

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