How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in Minnesota?
$40,280a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in Minnesota. That is $19.37 an hour or $3,357 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.37
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 1,110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,020Median: $40,280Highest 10%: $49,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,020 | $16.36 | |
| 25th | $37,720 | $18.13 | |
| Median | $40,280 | $19.37 | |
| 75th | $46,990 | $22.59 | |
| 90th | $49,570 | $23.83 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Minneapolis, MN | $41,780 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $39,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| 17. Wisconsin | $42,920 |
| 18. New York | $42,450 |
| 19. Nebraska | $40,640 |
| 20. Minnesota | $40,280 |
| 21. Nevada | $38,990 |
| 22. Missouri | $38,740 |
| 23. Arizona | $38,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $19.37 ($40,280 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $40,280 against $39,460 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
Minnesota ranks 20 of 40 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays ophthalmic laboratory technicians the most?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI, with a median of $41,780 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.