What are the main factors that influence an Optometry Office Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change An Optometry Office Manager's salary?

An Optometry Office Manager's salary grows with experience: a Clinical Administrative Coordinator (2-4 years)earns $60,834, a Clinic Manager I (4+ years)earns $83,414, a Optometry Office Manager (3-5 years)earns $97,287, a Clinic Manager III (5+ years)earns $124,619,

What are the highest paying states for an Optometry Office Manager?

Optometry Office Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Optometry Office Manager roles are District of Columbia $94,871, California $94,511, Massachusetts $93,252. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Optometry Office Manager roles make?

Salaries for Optometry Office Manager level roles vary by specialization: Branch Office Manager: $148,940; Optometry Scribe: $143,793; Doctor of Optometry: $139,401; Optometry Assistant: $134,776; Optometry Tech: $110,854.

Optometry Office Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Optometry Office Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Optometry Office Manager in District of Columbia is $94,871 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, an Optometry Office Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,870
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,276 to $104,816
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,719

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Optometry Office Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,816	$8,735	$2,016	$50
Average	$94,871	$7,906	$1,824	$46
25th Percentile	$83,276	$6,940	$1,601	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Optometry Office Manager Salaries

An Optometry Office Manager'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 Do Optometry Office Manager 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 Optometry Office Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $94,871.
California: $94,511.
Massachusetts: $93,252.

District of Columbia $94,871 California $94,511 Massachusetts $93,252 Washington $92,909 New Jersey $92,875 Alaska $92,755 Connecticut $91,572 New York $91,093

Hawaii $89,559 Rhode Island $88,839 Maryland $88,351 Minnesota $87,682 Colorado $87,425 Illinois $87,340 Oregon $87,014 Delaware $86,774

New Hampshire $86,623 Virginia $86,286 Pennsylvania $85,300 Nevada $84,803 North Dakota $84,640 Michigan $84,383 Wisconsin $84,289 Vermont $84,101

Texas $83,578 Maine $83,544 Arizona $83,492 Ohio $83,432 Georgia $82,644 Indiana $82,250 Wyoming $82,173 Utah $82,053

Iowa $82,001 Kansas $81,590 Louisiana $81,470 North Carolina $81,427 Missouri $81,410 Florida $81,076 Montana $80,896 Nebraska $80,725

Kentucky $80,630 South Carolina $80,288 Tennessee $80,073 Idaho $79,988 New Mexico $79,362 Oklahoma $79,225 Alabama $78,720 South Dakota $77,871

Arkansas $77,409 West Virginia $77,160 Mississippi $76,415

Top Paying Cities for Optometry Office Managers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $94,356
Washington: $94,357
Naval Anacost Annex: $94,353

Parcel Return Service, DC $94,356 Washington, DC $94,357 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $94,353 Washington Navy Yard, DC $94,356

Optometry Office Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Optometry Office Manager'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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$83,276

Average $94,871/year

$104,816

$6,940

Average $7,906/month

$8,735

$1,601

Average $1,824/week

$2,016

$40

Average $46/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,816	$8,735	$2,016	$50
Average	$94,871	$7,906	$1,824	$46
25th Percentile	$83,276	$6,940	$1,601	$40

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