Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,210 +13.9% vs national
Median hourly $24.14
10th percentile $36,970
90th percentile $61,210
Employed locally 100
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,970
    25th
    $46,310
    50th (median)
    $50,210
    75th
    $61,210
    90th
    $61,210

    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 Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$81,110
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$58,730
    Pharmacy Technicians$40,100
    Dental Hygienists$80,520
    Emergency Medical Technicians$43,190
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$59,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Northeastern Wisconsin is $24.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.55 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 13.9% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $36,970 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,310.