Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for ophthalmic medical technicians is $27.13 an hour ($56,420 a year). About 1,260 people work in this job there.
That is 24% higher than the U.S. median ($45,570). Wisconsin ranks 3rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for ophthalmic medical technicians in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.67 | $40,910 |
| 25% of workers | $22.96 | $47,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.13 | $56,420 |
| 75% of workers | $29.62 | $61,620 |
| 90% of workers | $32.00 | $66,560 |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $61,580 | 300 |
| Madison | $59,180 | 220 |
| La Crosse-Onalaska | $56,010 | 100 |
| Green Bay | $50,730 | 70 |
| Sheboygan | $49,610 | 40 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $49,300 | 40 |
| Wausau | $47,660 | 60 |
| Appleton | $47,520 | 60 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $48,680 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $79,140 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $51,350 |
| Surgical Technologists | $74,120 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $84,210 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $44,850 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $102,090 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $74,380 |
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