Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $49,250 +11.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.68
10th percentile $39,290
90th percentile $74,670
Employed locally 30
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,290
    25th
    $48,240
    50th (median)
    $49,250
    75th
    $65,480
    90th
    $74,670

    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 $84,710
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,360
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,500
    Emergency Medical Technicians $41,440
    Pharmacists $141,530
    Dental Hygienists $94,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Southwest Minnesota is $23.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.90 or more per hour.

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

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Southwest Minnesota is 11.7% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,290 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,240.