How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in New York?
$48,440a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in New York. That is $23.29 an hour or $4,037 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.29
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,100Median: $48,440Highest 10%: $68,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,100 | $18.80 | |
| 25th | $43,750 | $21.03 | |
| Median | $48,440 | $23.29 | |
| 75th | $60,220 | $28.95 | |
| 90th | $68,510 | $32.94 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ithaca, NY | $55,570 |
| New York, NY | $55,100 |
| Albany, NY | $52,600 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $50,310 |
| Utica, NY | $47,220 |
| Rochester, NY | $47,030 |
| Syracuse, NY | $45,790 |
| Binghamton, NY | $44,610 |
| Watertown, NY | $44,070 |
| Buffalo, NY | $43,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| 11. New Hampshire | $49,110 |
| 12. New Jersey | $49,050 |
| 13. Washington | $48,840 |
| 14. New York | $48,440 |
| 15. Connecticut | $48,270 |
| 16. Maine | $48,120 |
| 17. Montana | $47,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $23.29 ($48,440 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $48,440 against $45,570 nationally, 6% more.
Where does New York rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
New York ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in New York pays ophthalmic medical technicians the most?
Ithaca, NY, with a median of $55,570 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.