Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,280 -17.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.44
10th percentile $32,820
90th percentile $48,010
Employed locally 50
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,820
    25th
    $33,990
    50th (median)
    $36,280
    75th
    $44,070
    90th
    $48,010

    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 $79,540
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,550
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,160
    Dental Hygienists $84,900
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,610
    Nurse Practitioners $128,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Northwest Illinois is $17.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.13 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Northwest Illinois is 17.7% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $32,820 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,990.