Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Albany, OR

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Albany, OR

Median annual salary $45,140 +2.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.70
10th percentile $39,920
90th percentile $56,800
Employed locally 60
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,920
    25th
    $39,920
    50th (median)
    $45,140
    75th
    $49,030
    90th
    $56,800

    Albany economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,396 2023 • Census ACS
    Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary vs area income 62% Median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary is 38% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $101,440
    Durham-Chapel Hill, NC $65,000
    Duluth, MN-WI $61,880
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $60,810
    Minnesota $60,810
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $58,790

    Nearby metros — Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $58,790
    Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area $52,770
    Bend, OR $50,340
    Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area $50,210
    Portland-South Portland, ME $50,100
    Grants Pass, OR $50,020

    Related occupations in Albany, OR

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$108,000
    Pharmacy Technicians$49,270
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$74,140
    Dental Hygienists$109,020
    Pharmacists$151,160
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians$84,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in Albany?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Albany, OR is $21.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.40 or more per hour.

    Is Albany above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Albany, OR is 2.4% above the national median of $44,080. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Albany?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,920 per year in Albany, OR. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,920.