How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in Seattle?
$50,770a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $24.41 an hour or $4,231 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.41
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 59
- Jobs in the area
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,220Median: $50,770Highest 10%: $62,090
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,220 | $22.22 | |
| 25th | $47,030 | $22.61 | |
| Median | $50,770 | $24.41 | |
| 75th | $52,810 | $25.39 | |
| 90th | $62,090 | $29.85 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| Portland, OR | $46,350 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Power Distributor and Dispatcher | $160,600 |
| Power Plant Operator | $125,000 |
| Layout Worker | $123,100 |
| Tool and Die Maker | $116,900 |
| Stationary Engineer and Boiler Operator | $112,300 |
| Aircraft Structure | $110,500 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator | $109,600 |
| Milling and Planing Machine Setter | $105,400 |
| Engine and Other Machine Assembler | $102,500 |
| Tool Grinder | $102,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $24.41 ($50,770 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $50,770 against $39,460 nationally, 29% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $49,230, so Seattle pays 3% more.
Where does Seattle rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
3 of 59 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,220 or less a year; the top 10% make $62,090 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.