How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in Iowa?
$33,910a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in Iowa. That is $16.30 an hour or $2,826 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.30
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,360Median: $33,910Highest 10%: $52,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,360 | $14.60 | |
| 25th | $30,360 | $14.60 | |
| Median | $33,910 | $16.30 | |
| 75th | $37,140 | $17.86 | |
| 90th | $52,690 | $25.33 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $40,640 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| 37. Mississippi | $35,230 |
| 38. Virginia | $34,170 |
| 39. South Carolina | $34,140 |
| 40. Iowa | $33,910 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $16.30 ($33,910 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $33,910 against $39,460 nationally, 14% less.
Where does Iowa rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
Iowa ranks 40 of 40 states.
Which city in Iowa pays ophthalmic laboratory technicians the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $40,640 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.