Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians Salary in Missouri
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians in Missouri earn a median of $38,740 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $38,740
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($39,460)
- Rank among states
- 22 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range in Missouri
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,690; the top 10% earn over $49,450. Nationally the range is $33,530 to $57,380.
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Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians pay in Missouri
How much do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make in Missouri?
The median is $38,740 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,690 and the top 10% earn over $49,450. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Missouri a good state for ophthalmic laboratory technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 22 of 40 (−2% vs. the national median of $39,460). Living costs are not included.