Opthalmic Assistant Salary in Anchorage, AK

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How much does an Opthalmic Assistant make in Anchorage, AK?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Opthalmic Assistant in Anchorage, AK is $60,817. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $54,348 to $70,053, with most professionals earning between $48,459 and $78,461.

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What is an Opthalmic Assistant?

An Ophthalmic Assistant is responsible for providing support to ophthalmologists and optometrists in a clinical setting. Their duties may include taking patient medical histories, performing preliminary eye exams, administering eye drops, assisting with diagnostic tests, and providing patient education on eye care and contact lens use. They may also be responsible for maintaining and sterilizing equipment, scheduling appointments, and performing administrative tasks. Ophthalmic Assistants must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a solid understanding of eye anatomy and common eye conditions.

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Average Salary Range for Opthalmic Assistant in Anchorage, AK

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What is the average salary for Opthalmic Assistant in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Opthalmic Assistant in Anchorage, AK. The base salary for Opthalmic Assistant ranges from $54,348 to $70,053 with the average base salary of $60,817. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $54,447 to $70,275 with the average total cash compensation of $60,974.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $60,817 $54,348 - $70,053
Bonus $157 $99 - $222
Total Pay $60,974 $54,447 - $70,275
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Opthalmic Assistant Salary Near Anchorage, AK

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Anchorage, AK
CITY, STATE Wasilla, AK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,605 - $69,095 COMPARE TO Anchorage, AK
CITY, STATE Palmer, AK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,605 - $69,095 COMPARE TO Anchorage, AK
CITY, STATE Fairbanks, AK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,962 - $70,845 COMPARE TO Anchorage, AK
CITY, STATE Juneau, AK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,601 - $70,378 COMPARE TO Anchorage, AK
CITY, STATE Sitka, AK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,858 - $69,421 COMPARE TO Anchorage, AK
CITY, STATE Ketchikan, AK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,858 - $69,421 COMPARE TO Anchorage, AK
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About Anchorage, Alaska    Anchorage (officially called the Municipality of Anchorage; Dena'ina: Dgheyaytnu) is a unified home rule municipality in the U.S. state of Alaska. Wit....More

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