Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $19.37 an hour ($40,290 a year). About 960 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($45,570). Missouri ranks 37th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.13 | $31,470 |
| 25% of workers | $17.66 | $36,720 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.37 | $40,290 |
| 75% of workers | $22.48 | $46,750 |
| 90% of workers | $24.29 | $50,530 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $43,700 | 500 |
| Columbia | $43,300 | 40 |
| St. Louis | $39,440 | 530 |
| Springfield | $38,900 | 170 |
| Joplin | $36,680 | 30 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $40,440 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $46,040 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $73,080 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $39,940 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $78,390 |
| Surgical Technologists | $61,120 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $100,130 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $73,680 |
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