Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $19.42 an hour ($40,400 a year). About 1,470 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($45,570). South Carolina ranks 35th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.86 | $33,000 |
| 25% of workers | $17.41 | $36,200 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.42 | $40,400 |
| 75% of workers | $22.69 | $47,200 |
| 90% of workers | $24.69 | $51,360 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston | $46,790 | 240 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $40,400 | 330 |
| Spartanburg | $38,740 | 40 |
| Columbia | $38,570 | 300 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach | $36,200 | 160 |
| Florence | $34,410 | 50 |
South Carolina 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 South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $41,160 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $69,600 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $44,840 |
| Surgical Technologists | $62,160 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $77,740 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $83,290 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $59,170 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $49,730 |
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