Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians Salary in New York
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians in New York earn a median of $42,450 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $42,450
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($39,460)
- Rank among states
- 18 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 1,250
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,170; the top 10% earn over $49,370. Nationally the range is $33,530 to $57,380.
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Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians pay in New York
How much do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make in New York?
The median is $42,450 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,170 and the top 10% earn over $49,370. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for ophthalmic laboratory technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 18 of 40 (+8% vs. the national median of $39,460). Living costs are not included.