Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Arizona
In Arizona, the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $22.61 an hour ($47,040 a year). About 1,630 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($45,570). Arizona ranks 19th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in Arizona
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.45 | $38,370 |
| 25% of workers | $19.17 | $39,870 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.61 | $47,040 |
| 75% of workers | $23.50 | $48,870 |
| 90% of workers | $26.59 | $55,300 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler | $48,830 | 1,150 |
| Tucson | $39,250 | 0 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $39,140 | 50 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for ophthalmic medical technicians
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +21.4% over ten years, much faster than average · about 11,800 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $45,940 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $89,200 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $56,370 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $79,780 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $49,940 |
| Surgical Technologists | $72,260 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $100,040 |
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