Orthoptists Salary in California
In California, orthoptists earn a median of $118,210 per year.
Median (California)
$118,210
Bottom 10%
$67,110
Top 10%
$179,010
Employed in California
1,650
How California compares
Refit analysis ·In California, orthoptists earn a median of $118,210 — 4% above the national median of $113,730. Locally the range runs $67,110 to $179,010. About 1,650 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #6 of 48 states for orthoptists pay — roughly the 89th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Maryland, $160,560) by 36%. State employment of about 1,650 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$113,730
US bottom 10%
$65,210
US top 10%
$194,000
Skills that move pay in this role
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Speaking
- Reading Comprehension
- Science
- Writing
- Active Learning
- Learning Strategies
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