Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $22.24 an hour ($46,260 a year). About 1,470 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($45,570). Colorado ranks 23rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.86 | $37,150 |
| 25% of workers | $20.87 | $43,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.24 | $46,260 |
| 75% of workers | $26.31 | $54,720 |
| 90% of workers | $31.63 | $65,790 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $49,870 | 620 |
| Grand Junction | $49,620 | 40 |
| Boulder | $49,340 | 110 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $44,570 | 170 |
| Greeley | $44,390 | 50 |
| Colorado Springs | $43,760 | 270 |
| Pueblo | $43,150 | 40 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (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 | $48,400 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $87,760 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $47,330 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $59,430 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $86,220 |
| Surgical Technologists | $75,740 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $108,410 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $94,190 |
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