Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in East Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,280 -13.2% vs national
Median hourly $18.40
10th percentile $34,060
90th percentile $47,250
Employed locally 70
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,060
    25th
    $35,830
    50th (median)
    $38,280
    75th
    $43,050
    90th
    $47,250

    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

    Related occupations in East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,950
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,810
    Pharmacy Technicians $40,480
    Dental Hygienists $81,680
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,990
    Physicians, All Other $259,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in East Central Illinois is $18.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.50 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in East Central Illinois is 13.2% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,060 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,830.