How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in New York?
$42,450a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in New York. That is $20.41 an hour or $3,538 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.41
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 1,250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,170Median: $42,450Highest 10%: $49,370
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,170 | $16.91 | |
| 25th | $38,190 | $18.36 | |
| Median | $42,450 | $20.41 | |
| 75th | $45,870 | $22.05 | |
| 90th | $49,370 | $23.74 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Syracuse, NY | $46,250 |
| Rochester, NY | $45,420 |
| New York, NY | $38,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| 15. Maine | $43,520 |
| 16. Massachusetts | $43,100 |
| 17. Wisconsin | $42,920 |
| 18. New York | $42,450 |
| 19. Nebraska | $40,640 |
| 20. Minnesota | $40,280 |
| 21. Nevada | $38,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $20.41 ($42,450 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $42,450 against $39,460 nationally, 8% more.
Where does New York rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
New York ranks 18 of 40 states.
Which city in New York pays ophthalmic laboratory technicians the most?
Syracuse, NY, with a median of $46,250 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.