Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Southwest Colorado

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

Median annual salary $45,060 +2.2% vs national
Median hourly $21.66
10th percentile $38,160
90th percentile $57,040
Employed locally 90
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,160
    25th
    $38,870
    50th (median)
    $45,060
    75th
    $49,480
    90th
    $57,040

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $89,650
    Physical Therapists $95,640
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,590
    Dental Hygienists $102,020
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians $44,380

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Southwest Colorado is $21.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.81 or more per hour.

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

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Southwest Colorado is 2.2% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,160 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,870.