How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Portland?
$62,390a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $30.00 an hour or $5,199 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.00
- Vs. national median
- +37%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 236
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,890Median: $62,390Highest 10%: $77,210
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,890 | $22.54 | |
| 25th | $49,430 | $23.76 | |
| Median | $62,390 | $30.00 | |
| 75th | $64,740 | $31.13 | |
| 90th | $77,210 | $37.12 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| Bend, OR | $59,990 |
| Salem, OR | $50,600 |
| Eugene, OR | $47,950 |
| Medford, OR | $46,360 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $524,400 |
| Neurologist | $337,800 |
| Physician | $333,900 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $286,200 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $269,700 |
| Dentist | $249,600 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $246,100 |
| Anesthesiologist | $239,200 |
| Cardiologist | $239,200 |
| Dermatologist | $239,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $30.00 ($62,390 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $62,390 against $45,570 nationally, 37% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $50,020, so Portland pays 25% more.
Where does Portland rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
5 of 236 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,890 or less a year; the top 10% make $77,210 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.