Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Northeast Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,320 +0.5% vs national
Median hourly $21.31
10th percentile $36,360
90th percentile $47,380
Employed locally 70
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,360
    25th
    $39,060
    50th (median)
    $44,320
    75th
    $44,630
    90th
    $47,380

    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 Northeast Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,410
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $61,600
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,480
    Nurse Practitioners $130,830
    Pharmacists $130,020
    Physical Therapists $97,890

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in Northeast Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Northeast Nebraska is $21.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.48 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Nebraska above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Northeast Nebraska is 0.5% 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 Northeast Nebraska?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $36,360 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,060.