Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians Salary in California
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians in California earn a median of $47,410 a year, +20% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $47,410
- vs. U.S. median
- +20% ($39,460)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 1,630
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,230; the top 10% earn over $79,960. Nationally the range is $33,530 to $57,380.
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Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians pay in California
How much do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make in California?
The median is $47,410 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,230 and the top 10% earn over $79,960. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for ophthalmic laboratory technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 40 (+20% vs. the national median of $39,460). Living costs are not included.