How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Milwaukee?
$61,580a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area. That is $29.61 an hour or $5,132 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.61
- Vs. national median
- +35%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 236
- Jobs in the area
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,490Median: $61,580Highest 10%: $66,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,490 | $22.83 | |
| 25th | $51,920 | $24.96 | |
| Median | $61,580 | $29.61 | |
| 75th | $66,560 | $32.00 | |
| 90th | $66,680 | $32.06 |
Other cities in Wisconsin
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| Minneapolis, MN | $63,080 |
| Madison, WI | $59,180 |
| La Crosse, WI | $56,010 |
| Green Bay, WI | $50,730 |
| Wausau, WI | $47,660 |
| Appleton, WI | $47,520 |
Related jobs in Milwaukee
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Surgeon | $762,400 |
| Physician | $411,200 |
| Psychiatrist | $331,500 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $300,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $287,400 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $282,800 |
| Pediatrician | $276,500 |
| Anesthesiologist | $239,200 |
| Cardiologist | $239,200 |
| Dermatologist | $239,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Milwaukee?
The median hourly pay in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area is $29.61 ($61,580 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Milwaukee than the national average?
Yes: $61,580 against $45,570 nationally, 35% more.
How does Milwaukee compare with the rest of Wisconsin?
The median in Wisconsin is $56,420, so Milwaukee pays 9% more.
Where does Milwaukee rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
7 of 236 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make starting out in Milwaukee?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,490 or less a year; the top 10% make $66,680 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.