How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Iowa?
$44,030a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in Iowa. That is $21.17 an hour or $3,669 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.17
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,860Median: $44,030Highest 10%: $58,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,860 | $17.72 | |
| 25th | $39,270 | $18.88 | |
| Median | $44,030 | $21.17 | |
| 75th | $50,730 | $24.39 | |
| 90th | $58,610 | $28.18 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $48,680 |
| Des Moines, IA | $48,570 |
| Omaha, NE | $47,270 |
| Davenport, IA | $45,610 |
| Iowa City, IA | $42,730 |
| Waterloo, IA | $39,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| 26. North Carolina | $45,150 |
| 27. Pennsylvania | $45,050 |
| 28. Delaware | $44,540 |
| 29. Iowa | $44,030 |
| 30. Kansas | $43,700 |
| 31. Texas | $43,640 |
| 32. Indiana | $43,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $21.17 ($44,030 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $44,030 against $45,570 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Iowa rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
Iowa ranks 29 of 51 states.
Which city in Iowa pays ophthalmic medical technicians the most?
Cedar Rapids, IA, with a median of $48,680 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.