How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $23.10 an hour or $4,004 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.10
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 53 of 236
- Jobs in the area
- 920
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,640 | $18.10 | |
| 25th | $43,880 | $21.10 | |
| Median | $48,050 | $23.10 | |
| 75th | $59,580 | $28.64 | |
| 90th | $64,390 | $30.96 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $23.10 ($48,050 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $48,050 against $45,570 nationally, 5% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $50,790, so Washington pays 5% less.
Where does Washington rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
53 of 236 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,640 or less a year; the top 10% make $64,390 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.