Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions at Portland Community College
Ranked 4th of 12 associate programs in Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions by 5-year earnings.
Salary trajectory
Median earnings vs the national median for Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions (associate) graduates.
Graduates of Portland Community College's associate program in Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions earn a median $48,296 one year after graduating, rising to $60,219 by year ten. Five years out, earnings run 12% above the national median of $50,083 for this field, ranking 4th of 12 reporting programs.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau PSEO, release V4.13.0 2025Q4. Earnings are for graduates working in covered states; figures are medians in nominal dollars.
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