As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Optical Engineering in Alamance, NC is $66,566, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,280 weekly, or $5,547 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 Alamance, NC vary widely, spanning from $51,629 to $74,206. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,747) and 75th percentile ($70,565), while top earners (90th percentile) make $74,206 per year. This $11,818 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, Alamance Optical Engineering often earn 2.4% lower 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 $51,629 Alamance, NC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $58,747 Alamance, NC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $66,566 Alamance, NC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $70,565 Alamance, NC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Optical Engineering Salary $74,206 Alamance, NC April 01, 2026
25% $58,747 10% $51,629 90% $74,206 75% $70,565 $66,566 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Alamance, North Carolina    Alamance is a village in Alamance County, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Burlington, North Carolina Metropolitan Statistical Area. T....More

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