As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Optical Manager in the US is $74,119, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,425 weekly, or $6,177 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Optical Manager in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Optical Manager in the US vary widely, spanning from $56,481 to $89,152. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,887) and 75th percentile ($81,988), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,152 per year. This $17,101 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Clinical Operations, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Optical Manager often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 15 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Optical Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Optical Manager Salary $56,481 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Optical Manager Salary $64,887 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Optical Manager Salary $74,119 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Optical Manager Salary $81,988 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Optical Manager Salary $89,152 US May 01, 2026
25% $64,887 10% $56,481 90% $89,152 75% $81,988 $74,119 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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