Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Southwest Oklahoma

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

Median annual salary $34,250 -22.3% vs national
Median hourly $16.47
10th percentile $28,640
90th percentile $42,830
Employed locally 30
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,640
    25th
    $29,480
    50th (median)
    $34,250
    75th
    $35,890
    90th
    $42,830

    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 Oklahoma

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $72,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,300
    Pharmacists $108,190
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,630
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $56,160
    Nurse Practitioners $126,870

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Southwest Oklahoma is $16.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.59 or more per hour.

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

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in Southwest Oklahoma is 22.3% 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 Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $28,640 per year in Southwest Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,480.