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How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in Peoria?

$45,620a year

Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in the Peoria, IL metro area. That is $21.93 an hour or $3,802 a month.

Hourly
$21.93
Vs. national median
+16%
Rank among cities
19 of 59
Jobs in the area
90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,560Median: $45,620Highest 10%: $55,230
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$34,560$16.62
25th$39,280$18.88
Median$45,620$21.93
75th$45,620$21.93
90th$55,230$26.55

Other cities in Illinois

Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.

St. Louis, MO$38,740
Chicago, IL$36,870
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician salary in Illinois Ophthalmic Laboratory Technician salary in all states

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Frequently asked questions

How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in Peoria?

The median hourly pay in the Peoria, IL metro area is $21.93 ($45,620 a year).

Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in Peoria than the national average?

Yes: $45,620 against $39,460 nationally, 16% more.

How does Peoria compare with the rest of Illinois?

The median in Illinois is $36,840, so Peoria pays 24% more.

Where does Peoria rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?

19 of 59 metro areas with data.

How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make starting out in Peoria?

The lowest-paid 10% make $34,560 or less a year; the top 10% make $55,230 or more.

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.