Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $24.04 an hour ($50,010 a year). About 2,390 people work in this job there.
That is 10% higher than the U.S. median ($45,570). It is 6% higher than the Illinois median ($47,100).
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.62 | $36,650 |
| 25% of workers | $19.09 | $39,710 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.04 | $50,010 |
| 75% of workers | $24.37 | $50,680 |
| 90% of workers | $29.11 | $60,560 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $50,010 | 2,390 |
| Springfield | $41,650 | 50 |
| Peoria | $38,130 | 100 |
| Bloomington | $37,050 | 40 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 | $47,270 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $82,140 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $87,060 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $50,240 |
| Surgical Technologists | $66,360 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $103,080 |
| Surgical Assistants | $80,210 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $58,390 |
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