How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in California?
$47,410a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in California. That is $22.79 an hour or $3,951 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.79
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 1,630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,230Median: $47,410Highest 10%: $79,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,230 | $18.38 | |
| 25th | $40,300 | $19.38 | |
| Median | $47,410 | $22.79 | |
| 75th | $70,410 | $33.85 | |
| 90th | $79,960 | $38.44 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $51,090 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $50,120 |
| Riverside, CA | $47,470 |
| Modesto, CA | $40,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| 4. Colorado | $48,540 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $47,440 |
| 6. New Jersey | $47,420 |
| 7. California | $47,410 |
| 8. Maryland | $47,100 |
| 9. Ohio | $46,320 |
| 10. Oregon | $45,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $22.79 ($47,410 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $47,410 against $39,460 nationally, 20% more.
Where does California rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
California ranks 7 of 40 states.
Which city in California pays ophthalmic laboratory technicians the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $51,090 a year.
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.