Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $50,660 +14.9% vs national
Median hourly $24.36
10th percentile $33,970
90th percentile $69,490
Employed locally 50
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,970
    25th
    $48,150
    50th (median)
    $50,660
    75th
    $62,100
    90th
    $69,490

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $90,450
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,630
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,110
    Pharmacists $145,600
    Dental Hygienists $93,910
    Emergency Medical Technicians $39,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Southeast Minnesota is $24.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.77 or more per hour.

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

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Southeast Minnesota is 14.9% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $33,970 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,150.