Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in East Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $36,370 -17.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.49
10th percentile $28,270
90th percentile $45,860
Employed locally 60
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,270
    25th
    $30,180
    50th (median)
    $36,370
    75th
    $42,230
    90th
    $45,860

    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 Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$67,390
    Pharmacy Technicians$36,560
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$51,400
    Pharmacists$127,960
    Nurse Practitioners$102,850
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians$64,840

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in East Kentucky is $17.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.12 or more per hour.

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

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in East Kentucky is 17.5% 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 Kentucky?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $28,270 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,180.