Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,150 -18% vs national
Median hourly $17.38
10th percentile $33,780
90th percentile $42,880
Employed locally 180
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,780
    25th
    $35,530
    50th (median)
    $36,150
    75th
    $37,440
    90th
    $42,880

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $75,300
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,080
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,980
    Emergency Medical Technicians $33,710
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $61,700
    Pharmacists $132,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Kansas is $17.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.52 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Kansas is 18% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $33,780 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,530.