How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Winston-Salem?
$46,280a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in the Winston-Salem, NC metro area. That is $22.25 an hour or $3,857 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.25
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 88 of 236
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,550Median: $46,280Highest 10%: $61,340
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,550 | $17.57 | |
| 25th | $37,240 | $17.90 | |
| Median | $46,280 | $22.25 | |
| 75th | $47,100 | $22.64 | |
| 90th | $61,340 | $29.49 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| Durham, NC | $65,000 |
| Charlotte, NC | $47,540 |
| Wilmington, NC | $45,530 |
| Greensboro, NC | $45,120 |
| Raleigh, NC | $42,860 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $42,510 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $37,210 |
Related jobs in Winston-Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $319,200 |
| Radiologist | $317,300 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $310,000 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $293,800 |
| Ophthalmologist | $258,800 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $216,100 |
| Dentist | $168,700 |
| Optometrist | $162,500 |
| Pharmacist | $135,700 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Winston-Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Winston-Salem, NC metro area is $22.25 ($46,280 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Winston-Salem than the national average?
Yes: $46,280 against $45,570 nationally, 2% more.
How does Winston-Salem compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $45,150, so Winston-Salem pays 3% more.
Where does Winston-Salem rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
88 of 236 metro areas with data.
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make starting out in Winston-Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,550 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,340 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.