Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,840 -16.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.71
10th percentile $35,200
90th percentile $47,460
Employed locally 90
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,200
    25th
    $36,130
    50th (median)
    $36,840
    75th
    $43,090
    90th
    $47,460

    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 West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $77,010
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,000
    Pharmacy Technicians $41,170
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,310
    Paramedics $47,610
    Nurse Practitioners $126,780

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in West Central Illinois is $17.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.67 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in West Central Illinois is 16.4% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $35,200 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,130.