How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in North Carolina?
$45,150a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in North Carolina. That is $21.71 an hour or $3,763 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.71
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,260Median: $45,150Highest 10%: $61,970
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,260 | $17.43 | |
| 25th | $38,010 | $18.27 | |
| Median | $45,150 | $21.71 | |
| 75th | $49,250 | $23.68 | |
| 90th | $61,970 | $29.79 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Durham, NC | $65,000 |
| Charlotte, NC | $47,540 |
| Winston-Salem, NC | $46,280 |
| Wilmington, NC | $45,530 |
| Greensboro, NC | $45,120 |
| Raleigh, NC | $42,860 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $42,510 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $37,210 |
| Jacksonville, NC | $36,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| 23. Colorado | $46,260 |
| 24. North Dakota | $46,190 |
| 25. Nebraska | $45,210 |
| 26. North Carolina | $45,150 |
| 27. Pennsylvania | $45,050 |
| 28. Delaware | $44,540 |
| 29. Iowa | $44,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $21.71 ($45,150 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $45,150 against $45,570 nationally, 1% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
North Carolina ranks 26 of 51 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays ophthalmic medical technicians the most?
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, with a median of $65,000 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.