Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $52,770 +19.7% vs national
Median hourly $25.37
10th percentile $36,080
90th percentile $69,580
Employed locally 40
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,080
    25th
    $44,540
    50th (median)
    $52,770
    75th
    $61,350
    90th
    $69,580

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $86,430
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $57,440
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,470
    Emergency Medical Technicians $41,580
    Pharmacists $146,680
    Physical Therapists $99,670

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Northwest Minnesota is $25.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.61 or more per hour.

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

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Northwest Minnesota is 19.7% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $36,080 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,540.