Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $36,190 -17.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.40
10th percentile $32,360
90th percentile $45,150
Employed locally 80
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,360
    25th
    $35,620
    50th (median)
    $36,190
    75th
    $36,240
    90th
    $45,150

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$80,230
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$60,730
    Pharmacy Technicians$37,490
    Occupational Therapists$83,200
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$63,530
    Physicians, All Other$339,350

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in South Illinois is $17.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.73 or more per hour.

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

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in South Illinois is 17.9% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $32,360 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,620.