How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Denver?
$49,870a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $23.98 an hour or $4,156 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.98
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 236
- Jobs in the area
- 620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,630Median: $49,870Highest 10%: $79,010
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,630 | $19.53 | |
| 25th | $45,230 | $21.75 | |
| Median | $49,870 | $23.98 | |
| 75th | $60,350 | $29.01 | |
| 90th | $79,010 | $37.99 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| Boulder, CO | $49,340 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $44,570 |
| Greeley, CO | $44,390 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $43,760 |
Related jobs in Denver
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | $360,800 |
| Neurologist | $356,300 |
| Radiologist | $344,300 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $300,000 |
| Physician | $298,600 |
| Dermatologist | $273,300 |
| Psychiatrist | $263,000 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $255,600 |
| Cardiologist | $239,200 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $23.98 ($49,870 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $49,870 against $45,570 nationally, 9% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $46,260, so Denver pays 8% more.
Where does Denver rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
33 of 236 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $40,630 or less a year; the top 10% make $79,010 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.