How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Missouri?
$40,290a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in Missouri. That is $19.37 an hour or $3,358 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.37
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,470Median: $40,290Highest 10%: $50,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,470 | $15.13 | |
| 25th | $36,720 | $17.65 | |
| Median | $40,290 | $19.37 | |
| 75th | $46,750 | $22.48 | |
| 90th | $50,530 | $24.29 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $43,700 |
| Columbia, MO | $43,300 |
| St. Louis, MO | $39,440 |
| Springfield, MO | $38,900 |
| Joplin, MO | $36,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| 34. Virginia | $40,920 |
| 35. South Carolina | $40,400 |
| 36. Ohio | $40,350 |
| 37. Missouri | $40,290 |
| 38. Georgia | $39,150 |
| 39. Kentucky | $38,990 |
| 40. Tennessee | $38,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $19.37 ($40,290 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $40,290 against $45,570 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Missouri rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
Missouri ranks 37 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays ophthalmic medical technicians the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $43,700 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.