Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Eastern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,430 -15.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.00
10th percentile $29,630
90th percentile $47,460
Employed locally 90
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,630
    25th
    $33,540
    50th (median)
    $37,430
    75th
    $44,090
    90th
    $47,460

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$77,830
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$58,720
    Pharmacy Technicians$36,510
    Physicians, All Other$506,500
    Nurse Practitioners$124,450
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians$66,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Eastern Ohio is $18.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.28 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Eastern Ohio is 15.1% 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 Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,630 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,540.