Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $23.48 an hour ($48,840 a year). About 1,250 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($45,570). Washington ranks 13th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.15 | $39,840 |
| 25% of workers | $21.18 | $44,040 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.48 | $48,840 |
| 75% of workers | $30.75 | $63,950 |
| 90% of workers | $38.12 | $79,300 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $55,710 | 80 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $53,990 | 530 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $49,780 | 50 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $46,490 | 60 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $46,050 | 110 |
| Bellingham | $44,950 | 50 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $59,290 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $102,090 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $62,090 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $62,040 |
| Surgical Technologists | $77,270 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $121,340 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $101,130 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $83,790 |
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