Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $23.92 an hour ($49,750 a year). About 2,330 people work in this job there.
That is 9% higher than the U.S. median ($45,570). Massachusetts ranks 10th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in Massachusetts
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.50 | $38,480 |
| 25% of workers | $22.39 | $46,580 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.92 | $49,750 |
| 75% of workers | $31.05 | $64,570 |
| 90% of workers | $38.57 | $80,220 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $52,670 | 1,740 |
| Worcester | $49,610 | 210 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton | $48,620 | 80 |
| Springfield | $45,810 | 140 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Massachusetts
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $49,460 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $103,620 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $60,500 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $102,170 |
| Surgical Technologists | $80,870 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $107,480 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $58,340 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $105,580 |
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