Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $23.58 an hour ($49,050 a year). About 4,150 people work in this job there.
That is 8% higher than the U.S. median ($45,570). New Jersey ranks 12th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.22 | $39,970 |
| 25% of workers | $21.04 | $43,770 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.58 | $49,050 |
| 75% of workers | $27.79 | $57,800 |
| 90% of workers | $28.01 | $58,250 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $46,470 | 60 |
| Trenton-Princeton | $45,560 | 170 |
| Vineland | $37,290 | 60 |
New Jersey 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)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $47,210 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $95,000 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $58,300 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $103,150 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $100,810 |
| Surgical Technologists | $77,200 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $49,600 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $82,710 |
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