What are the main factors that influence an Eye Care Assistant's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Eye Care Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Eye Care Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Eye Care Assistant's salary?

An Eye Care Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $64,819 for beginners, reaching about $67,722 at mid-level, and approach $69,537 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Eye Care Assistant?

Eye Care Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Eye Care Assistant roles are District of Columbia $73,065, California $72,788, Massachusetts $71,817. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Eye Care Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Eye Care Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Eye Surgeon: $235,755; Eye Specialist: $142,557; Eye Care Advisor: $138,865; Physician Assistant - Primary Care: $120,004; Eye Care Technician: $66,111.

Eye Care Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Eye Care Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Eye Care Assistant in Delaware is $66,829 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, an Eye Care Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,662
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,319 to $70,929
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,571

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Eye Care Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,929	$5,911	$1,364	$34
Average	$66,829	$5,569	$1,285	$32
25th Percentile	$58,319	$4,860	$1,122	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Eye Care Assistant Salaries

An Eye Care Assistant'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 Eye Care Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Eye Care Assistant'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $64,819
Early Career (1-2 years): $65,056
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,722
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $69,416
Expert (over 8 years): $69,537

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Eye Care Assistant	$64,819
Intermediate Level Eye Care Assistant	$65,056
Senior Level Eye Care Assistant	$67,722
Specialist Level Eye Care Assistant	$69,416
Expert Level Eye Care Assistant	$69,537

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How Do Eye Care Assistant 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 Eye Care Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $73,065.
California: $72,788.
Massachusetts: $71,817.

District of Columbia $73,065 California $72,788 Massachusetts $71,817 Washington $71,553 New Jersey $71,527 Alaska $71,435 Connecticut $70,524 New York $70,155

Hawaii $68,973 Rhode Island $68,419 Maryland $68,043 Minnesota $67,528 Colorado $67,330 Illinois $67,264 Oregon $67,013 Delaware $66,829

New Hampshire $66,712 Virginia $66,452 Pennsylvania $65,694 Nevada $65,311 North Dakota $65,185 Michigan $64,987 Wisconsin $64,915 Vermont $64,770

Texas $64,367 Maine $64,341 Arizona $64,301 Ohio $64,255 Georgia $63,648 Indiana $63,344 Wyoming $63,285 Utah $63,193

Iowa $63,153 Kansas $62,836 Louisiana $62,744 North Carolina $62,711 Missouri $62,698 Florida $62,440 Montana $62,302 Nebraska $62,170

Kentucky $62,097 South Carolina $61,833 Tennessee $61,668 Idaho $61,602 New Mexico $61,120 Oklahoma $61,015 Alabama $60,625 South Dakota $59,972

Arkansas $59,616 West Virginia $59,424 Mississippi $58,850

Top Paying Cities for Eye Care Assistants

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: $66,528
Little Creek: $67,015
Magnolia: $66,918

Lincoln, DE $66,528 Little Creek, DE $67,015 Magnolia, DE $66,918 Milford, DE $66,697 Marydel, DE $66,806 Millsboro, DE $66,249 Millville, DE $66,351 Milton, DE $66,466

Nassau, DE $66,514 Ocean View, DE $66,340 Rehoboth Beach, DE $66,467 Seaford, DE $66,505 Selbyville, DE $66,229 Smyrna, DE $67,061 Viola, DE $66,752 Woodside, DE $66,932

Bear, DE $66,777 Newark, DE $66,752 Claymont, DE $66,889 Delaware City, DE $66,819 Hockessin, DE $66,746 Kirkwood, DE $66,806 Middletown, DE $66,832 Montchanin, DE $66,761

New Castle, DE $66,771 Odessa, DE $66,865 Port Penn, DE $66,910 Rockland, DE $66,768 Saint Georges, DE $66,811 Townsend, DE $66,914 Winterthur, DE $66,776 Lewes, DE $66,491

Wilmington, DE $66,749 Dover, DE $67,015 Dover Afb, DE $66,662 Bethany Beach, DE $66,270 Bethel, DE $66,338 Bridgeville, DE $66,495 Camden Wyoming, DE $66,826 Cheswold, DE $66,993

Clayton, DE $66,995 Dagsboro, DE $66,223 Delmar, DE $66,117 Ellendale, DE $66,318 Felton, DE $66,691 Fenwick Island, DE $66,238 Frankford, DE $66,122 Frederica, DE $66,757

Georgetown, DE $66,198 Greenwood, DE $66,505 Harbeson, DE $66,269 Harrington, DE $66,607 Hartly, DE $66,814 Houston, DE $66,512 Kenton, DE $66,998 Laurel, DE $66,159

Yorklyn, DE $66,766

Eye Care Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Eye Care Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Eye Care Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Eye Care Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Eye Care Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$80,194	$39.0	20%

Eye Care Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Eye Care Assistant'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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$58,319

Average $66,829/year

$70,929

$4,860

Average $5,569/month

$5,911

$1,122

Average $1,285/week

$1,364

$28

Average $32/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,929	$5,911	$1,364	$34
Average	$66,829	$5,569	$1,285	$32
25th Percentile	$58,319	$4,860	$1,122	$28

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