Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians Salary in Minnesota
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians in Minnesota earn a median of $40,280 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $40,280
- vs. U.S. median
- +2% ($39,460)
- Rank among states
- 20 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 1,110
Pay range in Minnesota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,020; the top 10% earn over $49,570. Nationally the range is $33,530 to $57,380.
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Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians pay in Minnesota
How much do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make in Minnesota?
The median is $40,280 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,020 and the top 10% earn over $49,570. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Minnesota a good state for ophthalmic laboratory technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 20 of 40 (+2% vs. the national median of $39,460). Living costs are not included.