How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in Baltimore?
$47,100a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro area. That is $22.64 an hour or $3,925 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.64
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 59
- Jobs in the area
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,590Median: $47,100Highest 10%: $60,410
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,590 | $16.15 | |
| 25th | $39,260 | $18.88 | |
| Median | $47,100 | $22.64 | |
| 75th | $56,470 | $27.15 | |
| 90th | $60,410 | $29.04 |
Other cities in Maryland
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| Philadelphia, PA | $36,230 |
| Washington, DC | $36,170 |
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| Power Plant Operator | $111,300 |
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| Food and Tobacco Roasting | $78,750 |
| Plant and System Operator | $78,350 |
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| Molding | $66,540 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in Baltimore?
The median hourly pay in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro area is $22.64 ($47,100 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in Baltimore than the national average?
Yes: $47,100 against $39,460 nationally, 19% more.
How does Baltimore compare with the rest of Maryland?
The median in Maryland is $47,100, so Baltimore pays 0% more.
Where does Baltimore rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
12 of 59 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make starting out in Baltimore?
The lowest-paid 10% make $33,590 or less a year; the top 10% make $60,410 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.