Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians Salary in New Jersey
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians in New Jersey earn a median of $47,420 a year, +20% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $47,420
- vs. U.S. median
- +20% ($39,460)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- Not published
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,800; the top 10% earn over $48,400. Nationally the range is $33,530 to $57,380.
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Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians pay in New Jersey
How much do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make in New Jersey?
The median is $47,420 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,800 and the top 10% earn over $48,400. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for ophthalmic laboratory technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 40 (+20% vs. the national median of $39,460). Living costs are not included.