How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Springfield?
$41,650a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in the Springfield, IL metro area. That is $20.02 an hour or $3,471 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.02
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among cities
- 132 of 236
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,840Median: $41,650Highest 10%: $47,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,840 | $16.75 | |
| 25th | $40,260 | $19.36 | |
| Median | $41,650 | $20.02 | |
| 75th | $41,650 | $20.02 | |
| 90th | $47,560 | $22.87 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| Chicago, IL | $50,010 |
| Davenport, IA | $45,610 |
| St. Louis, MO | $39,440 |
| Paducah, KY | $38,990 |
| Peoria, IL | $38,130 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Surgeon | $438,000 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $218,300 |
| Pediatrician | $217,000 |
| Dentist | $209,400 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $167,300 |
| Pharmacist | $135,400 |
| Physician Assistant | $133,800 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,200 |
| Physical Therapist | $116,000 |
| Occupational Therapist | $102,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, IL metro area is $20.02 ($41,650 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $41,650 against $45,570 nationally, 9% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $47,100, so Springfield pays 12% less.
Where does Springfield rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
132 of 236 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,840 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,560 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.