Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,290 -17.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.45
10th percentile $28,870
90th percentile $42,640
Employed locally 30
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,870
    25th
    $33,610
    50th (median)
    $36,290
    75th
    $42,270
    90th
    $42,640

    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-Central Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,750
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,700
    Pharmacy Technicians $44,350
    Medical Records Specialists $41,960
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $50,970
    Pharmacists $140,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Southeast-Central Idaho is $17.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.50 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Southeast-Central Idaho 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 Southeast-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $28,870 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,610.