How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in Missouri?
$38,740a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in Missouri. That is $18.63 an hour or $3,228 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.63
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,690Median: $38,740Highest 10%: $49,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,690 | $14.75 | |
| 25th | $33,520 | $16.12 | |
| Median | $38,740 | $18.63 | |
| 75th | $42,610 | $20.49 | |
| 90th | $49,450 | $23.77 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $45,750 |
| St. Louis, MO | $38,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| 19. Nebraska | $40,640 |
| 20. Minnesota | $40,280 |
| 21. Nevada | $38,990 |
| 22. Missouri | $38,740 |
| 23. Arizona | $38,620 |
| 24. New Mexico | $38,590 |
| 25. Florida | $38,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $18.63 ($38,740 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $38,740 against $39,460 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Missouri rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
Missouri ranks 22 of 40 states.
Which city in Missouri pays ophthalmic laboratory technicians the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $45,750 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.