What are the main factors that influence an Optometry Tech's salary?

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

How does experience change An Optometry Tech's salary?

An Optometry Tech's salary grows with experience: a Technical Writer III (4-7 years)earns $100,563, a Technical Writer IV (7+ years)earns $117,897, a Optometry Tech (7+ years)earns $111,551, a Technical Writing Manager (7+ years)earns $127,232, a Technical Writing Director (7+ years)earns $173,382,

What are the highest paying states for an Optometry Tech?

Optometry Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Optometry Tech roles are District of Columbia $122,729, California $122,263, Massachusetts $120,634. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Optometry Tech roles make?

Salaries for Optometry Tech level roles vary by specialization: Optometry Scribe: $143,782; Optometrist Medical Based Optometry: $139,527; Doctor of Optometry: $139,401; Optometry Assistant: $134,819; Optometry Office Manager: $85,689.

Optometry Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does an Optometry Tech make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Optometry Tech in Delaware is $112,254 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

However, an Optometry Tech's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,515
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,591 to $121,813
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,062

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Optometry Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,813	$10,151	$2,343	$59
Average	$112,254	$9,354	$2,159	$54
25th Percentile	$99,591	$8,299	$1,915	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Optometry Tech Salaries

An Optometry Tech'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 Optometry Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Optometry Tech'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): $100,563
Early Career (1-2 years): $117,897
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,551
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,232
Expert (over 8 years): $173,382

Levels	Salary
Technical... Level Optometry Tech	$100,563
Technical... Level Optometry Tech	$117,897
Optometry... Level Optometry Tech	$111,551
Technical... Level Optometry Tech	$127,232
Technical... Level Optometry Tech	$173,382

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How Do Optometry Tech 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 Optometry Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $122,729.
California: $122,263.
Massachusetts: $120,634.

District of Columbia $122,729 California $122,263 Massachusetts $120,634 Washington $120,190 New Jersey $120,146 Alaska $119,991 Connecticut $118,461 New York $117,840

Hawaii $115,856 Rhode Island $114,925 Maryland $114,293 Minnesota $113,429 Colorado $113,096 Illinois $112,985 Oregon $112,564 Delaware $112,254

New Hampshire $112,059 Virginia $111,622 Pennsylvania $110,347 Nevada $109,704 North Dakota $109,494 Michigan $109,161 Wisconsin $109,039 Vermont $108,795

Texas $108,119 Maine $108,075 Arizona $108,008 Ohio $107,931 Georgia $106,911 Indiana $106,401 Wyoming $106,301 Utah $106,146

Iowa $106,080 Kansas $105,548 Louisiana $105,392 North Carolina $105,337 Missouri $105,315 Florida $104,882 Montana $104,650 Nebraska $104,428

Kentucky $104,306 South Carolina $103,863 Tennessee $103,586 Idaho $103,475 New Mexico $102,666 Oklahoma $102,488 Alabama $101,834 South Dakota $100,737

Arkansas $100,138 West Virginia $99,817 Mississippi $98,852

Top Paying Cities for Optometry Teches

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: $116,178
Little Creek: $115,102
Magnolia: $115,579

Lincoln, DE $116,178 Little Creek, DE $115,102 Magnolia, DE $115,579 Milford, DE $116,178 Marydel, DE $114,670 Millsboro, DE $116,178 Millville, DE $116,954 Milton, DE $116,178

Nassau, DE $116,178 Ocean View, DE $116,954 Rehoboth Beach, DE $116,954 Seaford, DE $114,958 Selbyville, DE $116,954 Smyrna, DE $114,537 Viola, DE $115,579 Woodside, DE $115,247

Bear, DE $113,695 Newark, DE $113,739 Claymont, DE $113,828 Delaware City, DE $113,739 Hockessin, DE $113,828 Kirkwood, DE $113,739 Middletown, DE $114,304 Montchanin, DE $113,828

New Castle, DE $113,828 Odessa, DE $114,460 Port Penn, DE $113,429 Rockland, DE $113,828 Saint Georges, DE $113,739 Townsend, DE $114,293 Winterthur, DE $113,828 Lewes, DE $116,178

Wilmington, DE $113,828 Dover, DE $115,047 Dover Afb, DE $115,313 Bethany Beach, DE $116,954 Bethel, DE $114,958 Bridgeville, DE $116,178 Camden Wyoming, DE $115,169 Cheswold, DE $114,781

Clayton, DE $114,493 Dagsboro, DE $116,954 Delmar, DE $114,958 Ellendale, DE $116,178 Felton, DE $116,178 Fenwick Island, DE $116,954 Frankford, DE $116,954 Frederica, DE $116,178

Georgetown, DE $116,178 Greenwood, DE $116,178 Harbeson, DE $116,178 Harrington, DE $116,178 Hartly, DE $114,437 Houston, DE $116,178 Kenton, DE $114,493 Laurel, DE $114,958

Yorklyn, DE $113,828

Optometry Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Optometry Tech'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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$99,591

Average $112,254/year

$121,813

$8,299

Average $9,354/month

$10,151

$1,915

Average $2,159/week

$2,343

$48

Average $54/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,813	$10,151	$2,343	$59
Average	$112,254	$9,354	$2,159	$54
25th Percentile	$99,591	$8,299	$1,915	$48

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