How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in California?
$54,490a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in California. That is $26.20 an hour or $4,541 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.20
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,780Median: $54,490Highest 10%: $101,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,780 | $18.64 | |
| 25th | $44,810 | $21.54 | |
| Median | $54,490 | $26.20 | |
| 75th | $74,950 | $36.03 | |
| 90th | $101,700 | $48.89 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Santa Rosa, CA | $102,500 |
| San Francisco, CA | $63,300 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $60,600 |
| San Diego, CA | $60,440 |
| San Jose, CA | $51,300 |
| Sacramento, CA | $49,460 |
| Riverside, CA | $47,680 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $46,850 |
| Fresno, CA | $46,500 |
| Oxnard, CA | $44,810 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| 1. Minnesota | $63,080 |
| 2. Hawaii | $58,240 |
| 3. Wisconsin | $56,420 |
| 4. California | $54,490 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $50,790 |
| 6. Vermont | $50,090 |
| 7. Maryland | $50,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $26.20 ($54,490 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $54,490 against $45,570 nationally, 20% more.
Where does California rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
California ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in California pays ophthalmic medical technicians the most?
Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA, with a median of $102,500 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.