Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,070 -13.6% vs national
Median hourly $18.30
10th percentile $30,760
90th percentile $48,960
Employed locally 90
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,760
    25th
    $34,150
    50th (median)
    $38,070
    75th
    $47,700
    90th
    $48,960

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$78,450
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$62,300
    Pharmacy Technicians$36,830
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians$71,690
    Nurse Practitioners$121,050
    Emergency Medical Technicians$39,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Southern Indiana is $18.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.10 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Southern Indiana is 13.6% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $30,760 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,150.