Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,370 +0.7% vs national
Median hourly $21.33
10th percentile $36,920
90th percentile $48,880
Employed locally 30
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,920
    25th
    $39,170
    50th (median)
    $44,370
    75th
    $46,820
    90th
    $48,880

    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 Eastern and Southern Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $85,560
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $64,050
    Emergency Medical Technicians $37,340
    Pharmacy Technicians $45,360
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $64,910
    Physical Therapists $102,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Eastern and Southern Colorado is $21.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.50 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern and Southern Colorado above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado is 0.7% 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 Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $36,920 per year in Eastern and Southern Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,170.