How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in New Jersey?
$49,050a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in New Jersey. That is $23.58 an hour or $4,088 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.58
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,970Median: $49,050Highest 10%: $58,250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,970 | $19.22 | |
| 25th | $43,770 | $21.04 | |
| Median | $49,050 | $23.58 | |
| 75th | $57,800 | $27.79 | |
| 90th | $58,250 | $28.00 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $55,100 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $46,990 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $46,470 |
| Allentown, PA | $46,280 |
| Trenton, NJ | $45,560 |
| Vineland, NJ | $37,290 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| 9. Alaska | $49,970 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $49,750 |
| 11. New Hampshire | $49,110 |
| 12. New Jersey | $49,050 |
| 13. Washington | $48,840 |
| 14. New York | $48,440 |
| 15. Connecticut | $48,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $23.58 ($49,050 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $49,050 against $45,570 nationally, 8% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
New Jersey ranks 12 of 51 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays ophthalmic medical technicians the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $55,100 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.