How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Alabama?
$36,680a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in Alabama. That is $17.63 an hour or $3,057 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.63
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 48 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,120Median: $36,680Highest 10%: $47,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,120 | $14.00 | |
| 25th | $31,990 | $15.38 | |
| Median | $36,680 | $17.63 | |
| 75th | $42,760 | $20.56 | |
| 90th | $47,690 | $22.93 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Decatur, AL | $38,820 |
| Birmingham, AL | $37,270 |
| Auburn, AL | $37,220 |
| Huntsville, AL | $37,020 |
| Mobile, AL | $37,000 |
| Montgomery, AL | $35,690 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $35,590 |
| Dothan, AL | $35,550 |
| Daphne, AL | $35,300 |
| Columbus, GA | $35,140 |
| Florence, AL | $34,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| 45. Nevada | $37,660 |
| 46. Arkansas | $37,340 |
| 47. West Virginia | $36,730 |
| 48. Alabama | $36,680 |
| 49. Mississippi | $36,220 |
| 50. Utah | $35,950 |
| 51. Wyoming | $35,740 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $17.63 ($36,680 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $36,680 against $45,570 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Alabama rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
Alabama ranks 48 of 51 states.
Which city in Alabama pays ophthalmic medical technicians the most?
Decatur, AL, with a median of $38,820 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.