How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Sacramento?
$49,460a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area. That is $23.78 an hour or $4,122 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.78
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 40 of 236
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,780Median: $49,460Highest 10%: $105,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,780 | $18.64 | |
| 25th | $38,790 | $18.65 | |
| Median | $49,460 | $23.78 | |
| 75th | $95,140 | $45.74 | |
| 90th | $105,100 | $50.51 |
Other cities in California
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| San Francisco, CA | $63,300 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $60,600 |
| San Diego, CA | $60,440 |
| San Jose, CA | $51,300 |
| Riverside, CA | $47,680 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $46,850 |
| Fresno, CA | $46,500 |
| Oxnard, CA | $44,810 |
Related jobs in Sacramento
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Pediatrician | $395,000 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $361,600 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $345,300 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $312,600 |
| Physician | $308,300 |
| Anesthesiologist | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Psychiatrist | $230,600 |
| Podiatrist | $206,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Sacramento?
The median hourly pay in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area is $23.78 ($49,460 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Sacramento than the national average?
Yes: $49,460 against $45,570 nationally, 9% more.
How does Sacramento compare with the rest of California?
The median in California is $54,490, so Sacramento pays 9% less.
Where does Sacramento rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
40 of 236 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make starting out in Sacramento?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,780 or less a year; the top 10% make $105,100 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.