How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Portland?
$51,620a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $24.82 an hour or $4,302 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.82
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 21 of 236
- Jobs in the area
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,130Median: $51,620Highest 10%: $64,890
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,130 | $21.70 | |
| 25th | $49,120 | $23.62 | |
| Median | $51,620 | $24.82 | |
| 75th | $61,230 | $29.44 | |
| 90th | $64,890 | $31.20 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $578,200 |
| Physician | $442,800 |
| Anesthesiologist | $438,600 |
| Ophthalmologist | $337,900 |
| Orthodontist | $323,500 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $304,400 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $256,600 |
| Pediatrician | $245,900 |
| Dermatologist | $239,200 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $24.82 ($51,620 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $51,620 against $45,570 nationally, 13% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $48,120, so Portland pays 7% more.
Where does Portland rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
21 of 236 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,130 or less a year; the top 10% make $64,890 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.