Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Utah
In Utah, the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $17.29 an hour ($35,950 a year). About 680 people work in this job there.
That is 21% lower than the U.S. median ($45,570). Utah ranks 50th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in Utah
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.64 | $30,440 |
| 25% of workers | $15.19 | $31,600 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.29 | $35,950 |
| 75% of workers | $20.70 | $43,060 |
| 90% of workers | $23.78 | $49,460 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Utah metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. George | $39,490 | 60 |
| Ogden | $39,210 | 100 |
| Salt Lake City-Murray | $35,900 | 270 |
| Logan | $34,710 | 60 |
| Provo-Orem-Lehi | $34,350 | 100 |
Utah 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 Utah
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $45,360 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $81,000 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,490 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $113,510 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $80,650 |
| Surgical Technologists | $62,720 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $46,800 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $100,100 |
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