Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Maryland
In Maryland, the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $24.07 an hour ($50,070 a year). About 1,300 people work in this job there.
That is 10% higher than the U.S. median ($45,570). Maryland ranks 7th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in Maryland
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.97 | $39,460 |
| 25% of workers | $21.75 | $45,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.07 | $50,070 |
| 75% of workers | $29.78 | $61,940 |
| 90% of workers | $32.12 | $66,820 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $51,380 | 640 |
| Salisbury | $39,380 | 60 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (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)
Related jobs in Maryland
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $46,410 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $85,890 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $43,680 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,750 |
| Surgical Technologists | $68,970 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $88,960 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $99,210 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $86,440 |
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