Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,690 +5.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.45
10th percentile $37,110
90th percentile $60,770
Employed locally 40
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,110
    25th
    $37,110
    50th (median)
    $46,690
    75th
    $47,210
    90th
    $60,770

    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 South Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $84,410
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,120
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $61,970
    Physicians, All Other $188,510
    Nurse Practitioners $109,470
    Pharmacists $136,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in South Florida?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in South Florida is $22.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.22 or more per hour.

    Is South Florida above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in South Florida is 5.9% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,110 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,110.