Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in East-Central Montana

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

Median annual salary $36,040 -18.2% vs national
Median hourly $17.33
10th percentile $30,470
90th percentile $61,350
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,470
    25th
    $30,680
    50th (median)
    $36,040
    75th
    $47,110
    90th
    $61,350

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$81,080
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$60,310
    Emergency Medical Technicians$37,550
    Pharmacy Technicians$45,780
    Pharmacists$140,210
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$77,490

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in East-Central Montana is $17.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.56 or more per hour.

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

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in East-Central Montana is 18.2% 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 Montana?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $30,470 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,680.