How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Virginia?
$40,920a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in Virginia. That is $19.67 an hour or $3,410 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.67
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,170Median: $40,920Highest 10%: $52,280
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,170 | $17.39 | |
| 25th | $37,310 | $17.94 | |
| Median | $40,920 | $19.67 | |
| 75th | $46,530 | $22.37 | |
| 90th | $52,280 | $25.13 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $48,050 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $44,560 |
| Staunton, VA | $42,790 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $42,510 |
| Roanoke, VA | $40,560 |
| Winchester, VA | $40,100 |
| Richmond, VA | $39,120 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $37,460 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $36,820 |
| Kingsport, TN | $36,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| 31. Texas | $43,640 |
| 32. Indiana | $43,490 |
| 33. South Dakota | $42,430 |
| 34. Virginia | $40,920 |
| 35. South Carolina | $40,400 |
| 36. Ohio | $40,350 |
| 37. Missouri | $40,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $19.67 ($40,920 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $40,920 against $45,570 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Virginia rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
Virginia ranks 34 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays ophthalmic medical technicians the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $48,050 a year.
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.