What are the main factors that influence an Optical Engineer II's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Optical Engineer 's salary?

An Optical Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an Optical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,356, an Optical Engineer II (4-7 years)earns $121,805, an Optical Engineer III (7+ years)earns $141,755, an Optical Engineer IV (7-10 years)earns $185,033,

What are the highest paying states for an Optical Engineer II?

Optical Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Optical Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $104,254, California $103,858, Massachusetts $102,474. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Optical Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Optical Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Optical Engineer V: $182,713; Optical Engineer IV: $139,977; Optical Design Engineer II: $120,300; Optical Engineer III: $120,277; Senior Optical Engineer: $106,272.

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Optical Engineer II Salary in Delaware

How much does an Optical Engineer II make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Optical Engineer II in Delaware is $95,356 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, an Optical Engineer II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $106,523
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,144 to $101,201
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,219

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Optical Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,201	$8,433	$1,946	$49
Average	$95,356	$7,946	$1,834	$46
25th Percentile	$92,144	$7,679	$1,772	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Optical Engineer II Salaries

An Optical Engineer II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Optical Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Optical Engineer II's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Optical Engineer II (2-4 years): $95,356
Optical Engineer II (4-7 years): $121,805
Optical Engineer III (7+ years): $141,755
Optical Engineer IV (7-10 years): $185,033

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Optical Engineer II	2-4 years	$95,356
Optical Engineer II	4-7 years	$121,805
Optical Engineer III	7+ years	$141,755
Optical Engineer IV	7-10 years	$185,033

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How Do Optical Engineer II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Optical Engineer IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $104,254.
California: $103,858.
Massachusetts: $102,474.

District of Columbia $104,254 California $103,858 Massachusetts $102,474 Washington $102,098 New Jersey $102,060 Alaska $101,928 Connecticut $100,629 New York $100,101

Hawaii $98,416 Rhode Island $97,625 Maryland $97,088 Minnesota $96,354 Colorado $96,071 Illinois $95,977 Oregon $95,619 Delaware $95,356

New Hampshire $95,190 Virginia $94,819 Pennsylvania $93,736 Nevada $93,190 North Dakota $93,011 Michigan $92,729 Wisconsin $92,625 Vermont $92,418

Texas $91,844 Maine $91,806 Arizona $91,750 Ohio $91,684 Georgia $90,817 Indiana $90,384 Wyoming $90,299 Utah $90,168

Iowa $90,111 Kansas $89,659 Louisiana $89,527 North Carolina $89,480 Missouri $89,461 Florida $89,094 Montana $88,896 Nebraska $88,708

Kentucky $88,605 South Carolina $88,228 Tennessee $87,993 Idaho $87,898 New Mexico $87,211 Oklahoma $87,060 Alabama $86,505 South Dakota $85,573

Arkansas $85,064 West Virginia $84,791 Mississippi $83,972

Top Paying Cities for Optical Engineer IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $98,689
Little Creek: $97,776
Magnolia: $98,181

Lincoln, DE $98,689 Little Creek, DE $97,776 Magnolia, DE $98,181 Milford, DE $98,689 Marydel, DE $97,409 Millsboro, DE $98,689 Millville, DE $99,348 Milton, DE $98,689

Nassau, DE $98,689 Ocean View, DE $99,348 Rehoboth Beach, DE $99,348 Seaford, DE $97,653 Selbyville, DE $99,348 Smyrna, DE $97,296 Viola, DE $98,181 Woodside, DE $97,898

Bear, DE $96,580 Newark, DE $96,618 Claymont, DE $96,693 Delaware City, DE $96,618 Hockessin, DE $96,693 Kirkwood, DE $96,618 Middletown, DE $97,098 Montchanin, DE $96,693

New Castle, DE $96,693 Odessa, DE $97,230 Port Penn, DE $96,354 Rockland, DE $96,693 Saint Georges, DE $96,618 Townsend, DE $97,088 Winterthur, DE $96,693 Lewes, DE $98,689

Wilmington, DE $96,693 Dover, DE $97,729 Dover Afb, DE $97,955 Bethany Beach, DE $99,348 Bethel, DE $97,653 Bridgeville, DE $98,689 Camden Wyoming, DE $97,832 Cheswold, DE $97,503

Clayton, DE $97,258 Dagsboro, DE $99,348 Delmar, DE $97,653 Ellendale, DE $98,689 Felton, DE $98,689 Fenwick Island, DE $99,348 Frankford, DE $99,348 Frederica, DE $98,689

Georgetown, DE $98,689 Greenwood, DE $98,689 Harbeson, DE $98,689 Harrington, DE $98,689 Hartly, DE $97,211 Houston, DE $98,689 Kenton, DE $97,258 Laurel, DE $97,653

Yorklyn, DE $96,693

Optical Engineer II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Optical Engineer II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$92,144

Average $95,356/year

$101,201

$7,679

Average $7,946/month

$8,433

$1,772

Average $1,834/week

$1,946

$44

Average $46/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,201	$8,433	$1,946	$49
Average	$95,356	$7,946	$1,834	$46
25th Percentile	$92,144	$7,679	$1,772	$44

Optical Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Optical Engineer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Optical Engineer III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $121,805 - a projected growth of 28% over your current level.

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