Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Southeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,200 -20.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.92
10th percentile $28,910
90th percentile $38,830
Employed locally 50
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,910
    25th
    $30,620
    50th (median)
    $35,200
    75th
    $36,260
    90th
    $38,830

    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 Southeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $65,250
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $48,590
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,650
    Psychiatric Technicians $26,360
    Pharmacists $130,200
    Paramedics $40,150

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in Southeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Southeast Alabama is $16.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.89 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Alabama above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Southeast Alabama is 20.1% 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 Southeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $28,910 per year in Southeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,620.