Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Eastern Oregon

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

Median annual salary $42,990 -2.5% vs national
Median hourly $20.67
10th percentile $38,190
90th percentile $54,370
Employed locally 40
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,190
    25th
    $38,230
    50th (median)
    $42,990
    75th
    $46,300
    90th
    $54,370

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$108,490
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$85,310
    Pharmacy Technicians$48,070
    Dental Hygienists$102,430
    Emergency Medical Technicians$45,580
    Nurse Practitioners$140,050

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Eastern Oregon is $20.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.14 or more per hour.

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

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Eastern Oregon is 2.5% 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 Eastern Oregon?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,190 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,230.