Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $39,360 -10.7% vs national
Median hourly $18.92
10th percentile $32,070
90th percentile $55,080
Employed locally 110
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,070
    25th
    $36,340
    50th (median)
    $39,360
    75th
    $50,740
    90th
    $55,080

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,980
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,220
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,980
    Pharmacists $134,760
    Nurse Practitioners $120,790

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Southern Ohio is $18.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.21 or more per hour.

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

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Southern Ohio is 10.7% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $32,070 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,340.