Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Southwest Alabama

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

Median annual salary $35,660 -19.1% vs national
Median hourly $17.14
10th percentile $29,130
90th percentile $41,630
Employed locally 40
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,130
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $35,660
    75th
    $36,450
    90th
    $41,630

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$64,930
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$48,290
    Pharmacy Technicians$36,670
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$50,040
    Nurse Practitioners$104,850
    Pharmacists$131,200

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Southwest Alabama is $17.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.02 or more per hour.

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

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Southwest Alabama is 19.1% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,130 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.