How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in Louisiana?
$37,160a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in Louisiana. That is $17.87 an hour or $3,097 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.87
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,880Median: $37,160Highest 10%: $45,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,880 | $14.85 | |
| 25th | $34,680 | $16.67 | |
| Median | $37,160 | $17.87 | |
| 75th | $40,490 | $19.47 | |
| 90th | $45,530 | $21.89 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $39,260 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| 27. Pennsylvania | $37,680 |
| 28. Tennessee | $37,370 |
| 29. Indiana | $37,360 |
| 30. Louisiana | $37,160 |
| 31. West Virginia | $37,140 |
| 32. Arkansas | $37,060 |
| 33. Alabama | $37,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $17.87 ($37,160 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $37,160 against $39,460 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
Louisiana ranks 30 of 40 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays ophthalmic laboratory technicians the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $39,260 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.