How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in Los Angeles?
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area. That is $24.10 an hour or $4,177 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.10
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 59
- Jobs in the area
- 870
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,180 | $17.88 | |
| 25th | $40,170 | $19.31 | |
| Median | $50,120 | $24.10 | |
| 75th | $74,760 | $35.94 | |
| 90th | $74,870 | $36.00 |
Other cities in California
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| San Francisco, CA | $51,090 |
| Riverside, CA | $47,470 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in Los Angeles?
The median hourly pay in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area is $24.10 ($50,120 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in Los Angeles than the national average?
Yes: $50,120 against $39,460 nationally, 27% more.
How does Los Angeles compare with the rest of California?
The median in California is $47,410, so Los Angeles pays 6% more.
Where does Los Angeles rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
4 of 59 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make starting out in Los Angeles?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,180 or less a year; the top 10% make $74,870 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.