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Optical Physicist

Average Optical Physicist Salary

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$100,161
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$66k
MEDIAN
$100k
90%
$152k

The average salary for an Optical Physicist is $100,161 in 2025

Base Salary
$66k - $152k
Bonus
$2k - $20k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $46k
Total Pay
$65k - $162k
Based on 843 salary profiles (last updated Feb 07 2024)
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3.9 out of 5
(72)
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Common Health Benefits for a Optical Physicist

Medical
92%
Dental
81%
Vision
73%
None
8%

Gender Breakdown for Optical Physicists

Male
79.1%
Female
20.2%
Prefer to self-define
0.8%
This data is based on 258 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Optical Physicists

What is the highest pay for Optical Physicists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Optical Physicist is $152k / year

What is the lowest pay for Optical Physicists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Optical Physicist is $66k / year

How can Optical Physicists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Optical Physicist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Optical Physicist that oversees more junior Optical Physicists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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