Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Connecticut
In Connecticut, the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $23.21 an hour ($48,270 a year). About 780 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($45,570). Connecticut ranks 15th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in Connecticut
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.33 | $40,200 |
| 25% of workers | $22.12 | $46,010 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.21 | $48,270 |
| 75% of workers | $29.08 | $60,490 |
| 90% of workers | $31.65 | $65,820 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Connecticut metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $49,330 | 270 |
| New Haven | $47,370 | 80 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $47,030 | 110 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $46,630 | 240 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $45,770 | 50 |
Connecticut unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 | $47,430 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $91,970 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $44,550 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $85,230 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $51,030 |
| Surgical Technologists | $79,890 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $103,230 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $94,940 |
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