Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Coast Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,550 +3.3% vs national
Median hourly $21.90
10th percentile $36,940
90th percentile $61,360
Employed locally 30
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,940
    25th
    $38,770
    50th (median)
    $45,550
    75th
    $61,360
    90th
    $61,360

    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$106,810
    Pharmacy Technicians$49,770
    Dental Hygienists$103,310
    Emergency Medical Technicians$45,260
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$64,620
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$74,610

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in Coast Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Coast Oregon is $21.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.50 or more per hour.

    Is Coast Oregon above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Coast Oregon is 3.3% 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 Coast Oregon?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $36,940 per year in Coast Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,770.