Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,230 -13.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.38
10th percentile $32,200
90th percentile $61,640
Employed locally 50
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,200
    25th
    $35,940
    50th (median)
    $38,230
    75th
    $49,090
    90th
    $61,640

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $95,780
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,320
    Medical Records Specialists $50,650
    Pharmacists $148,440
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $62,670
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $83,760

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Arizona is $18.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.80 or more per hour.

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

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Arizona is 13.3% below 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 Arizona?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $32,200 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,940.