How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Louisiana?
$38,750a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in Louisiana. That is $18.63 an hour or $3,229 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.63
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 890
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,130Median: $38,750Highest 10%: $51,630
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,130 | $14.97 | |
| 25th | $36,620 | $17.61 | |
| Median | $38,750 | $18.63 | |
| 75th | $46,730 | $22.47 | |
| 90th | $51,630 | $24.82 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $45,030 |
| Slidell, LA | $39,870 |
| Shreveport, LA | $39,220 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $38,750 |
| Houma, LA | $37,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| 38. Georgia | $39,150 |
| 39. Kentucky | $38,990 |
| 40. Tennessee | $38,890 |
| 41. Louisiana | $38,750 |
| 42. New Mexico | $38,610 |
| 43. Idaho | $38,280 |
| 44. Oklahoma | $37,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $18.63 ($38,750 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $38,750 against $45,570 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
Louisiana ranks 41 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays ophthalmic medical technicians the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $45,030 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.