Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Indiana
In Indiana, the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $20.91 an hour ($43,490 a year). About 1,610 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($45,570). Indiana ranks 32nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in Indiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.82 | $34,990 |
| 25% of workers | $17.80 | $37,030 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.91 | $43,490 |
| 75% of workers | $22.45 | $46,690 |
| 90% of workers | $27.47 | $57,130 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Indiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lafayette-West Lafayette | $46,230 | 80 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka | $45,940 | 90 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood | $44,230 | 720 |
| Fort Wayne | $43,990 | 130 |
| Muncie | $38,340 | 50 |
Indiana unemployment rate: 3.3% (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)
Related jobs in Indiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $45,110 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $77,640 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $79,730 |
| Surgical Technologists | $64,240 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,960 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $79,380 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $85,040 |
| Surgical Assistants | $56,620 |
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