As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Optical Engineering in Acton, CA is $78,990, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,519 weekly, or $6,583 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Optical Engineering in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Optical Engineering in Acton, CA vary widely, spanning from $61,264 to $88,055. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,711) and 75th percentile ($83,735), while top earners (90th percentile) make $88,055 per year. This $14,024 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Work Ethic, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Acton Optical Engineering often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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 $61,264 Acton, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $69,711 Acton, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $78,990 Acton, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $83,735 Acton, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $88,055 Acton, CA April 01, 2026
25% $69,711 10% $61,264 90% $88,055 75% $83,735 $78,990 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Acton, California    Acton is an unincorporated census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, near the Antelope Valley. According to the 2010 census, Acton h....More

Acton, California  area prices were up 3.2% from a year ago

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