How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Connecticut?
$48,270a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in Connecticut. That is $23.21 an hour or $4,023 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.21
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,200Median: $48,270Highest 10%: $65,820
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,200 | $19.33 | |
| 25th | $46,010 | $22.12 | |
| Median | $48,270 | $23.21 | |
| 75th | $60,490 | $29.08 | |
| 90th | $65,820 | $31.64 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bridgeport, CT | $49,330 |
| New Haven, CT | $47,370 |
| Waterbury, CT | $47,030 |
| Hartford, CT | $46,630 |
| Norwich, CT | $45,770 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| 12. New Jersey | $49,050 |
| 13. Washington | $48,840 |
| 14. New York | $48,440 |
| 15. Connecticut | $48,270 |
| 16. Maine | $48,120 |
| 17. Montana | $47,290 |
| 18. Illinois | $47,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $23.21 ($48,270 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $48,270 against $45,570 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
Connecticut ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays ophthalmic medical technicians the most?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT, with a median of $49,330 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.