How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in Rochester?
$45,420a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in the Rochester, NY metro area. That is $21.84 an hour or $3,785 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.84
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 20 of 59
- Jobs in the area
- 490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,460Median: $45,420Highest 10%: $48,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,460 | $18.97 | |
| 25th | $39,460 | $18.97 | |
| Median | $45,420 | $21.84 | |
| 75th | $45,870 | $22.05 | |
| 90th | $48,200 | $23.17 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| Syracuse, NY | $46,250 |
| New York, NY | $38,190 |
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Salaries for every job in Rochester, NYFrequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, NY metro area is $21.84 ($45,420 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in Rochester than the national average?
Yes: $45,420 against $39,460 nationally, 15% more.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $42,450, so Rochester pays 7% more.
Where does Rochester rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
20 of 59 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,460 or less a year; the top 10% make $48,200 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.