How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Seattle?
$53,990a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $25.96 an hour or $4,499 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.96
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 17 of 236
- Jobs in the area
- 530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,300Median: $53,990Highest 10%: $80,190
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,300 | $20.34 | |
| 25th | $46,930 | $22.56 | |
| Median | $53,990 | $25.96 | |
| 75th | $68,820 | $33.09 | |
| 90th | $80,190 | $38.55 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| Portland, OR | $62,390 |
| Olympia, WA | $55,710 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $49,780 |
| Kennewick, WA | $46,490 |
| Spokane, WA | $46,050 |
| Bellingham, WA | $44,950 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Cardiologist | $662,800 |
| Anesthesiologist | $646,900 |
| Dermatologist | $641,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $576,100 |
| Surgeon | $504,400 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $380,900 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $343,100 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $340,000 |
| Neurologist | $331,100 |
| Physician | $330,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $25.96 ($53,990 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $53,990 against $45,570 nationally, 18% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $48,840, so Seattle pays 11% more.
Where does Seattle rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
17 of 236 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,300 or less a year; the top 10% make $80,190 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.