How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Chicago?
$50,010a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area. That is $24.04 an hour or $4,168 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.04
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 31 of 236
- Jobs in the area
- 2,390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,650Median: $50,010Highest 10%: $60,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,650 | $17.62 | |
| 25th | $39,710 | $19.09 | |
| Median | $50,010 | $24.04 | |
| 75th | $50,680 | $24.37 | |
| 90th | $60,560 | $29.12 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| Davenport, IA | $45,610 |
| Springfield, IL | $41,650 |
| St. Louis, MO | $39,440 |
| Paducah, KY | $38,990 |
| Peoria, IL | $38,130 |
Related jobs in Chicago
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $479,900 |
| Cardiologist | $475,600 |
| Surgeon | $462,600 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $446,500 |
| Dermatologist | $435,800 |
| Physician | $336,700 |
| Ophthalmologist | $284,600 |
| Dentist | $269,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $265,900 |
| Psychiatrist | $258,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Chicago?
The median hourly pay in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area is $24.04 ($50,010 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Chicago than the national average?
Yes: $50,010 against $45,570 nationally, 10% more.
How does Chicago compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $47,100, so Chicago pays 6% more.
Where does Chicago rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
31 of 236 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make starting out in Chicago?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,650 or less a year; the top 10% make $60,560 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.