Photonics Technicians Salary in Washington
Photonics Technicians in Washington earn a median of $99,720 a year, +27% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $99,720
- vs. U.S. median
- +27% ($78,350)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 2,310
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,450; the top 10% earn over $129,480. Nationally the range is $47,030 to $118,330.
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Photonics Technicians pay in Washington
How much do photonics technicians make in Washington?
The median is $99,720 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,450 and the top 10% earn over $129,480. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for photonics technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 49 (+27% vs. the national median of $78,350). Living costs are not included.