How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in North Carolina?
$44,140a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in North Carolina. That is $21.22 an hour or $3,678 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.22
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,890Median: $44,140Highest 10%: $57,630
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,890 | $16.29 | |
| 25th | $36,640 | $17.62 | |
| Median | $44,140 | $21.22 | |
| 75th | $51,340 | $24.68 | |
| 90th | $57,630 | $27.71 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charlotte, NC | $42,280 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $36,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| 11. Michigan | $45,490 |
| 12. Georgia | $45,050 |
| 13. Kansas | $44,920 |
| 14. North Carolina | $44,140 |
| 15. Maine | $43,520 |
| 16. Massachusetts | $43,100 |
| 17. Wisconsin | $42,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $21.22 ($44,140 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $44,140 against $39,460 nationally, 12% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
North Carolina ranks 14 of 40 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays ophthalmic laboratory technicians the most?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC, with a median of $42,280 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.