Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians Salary in Texas
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians in Texas earn a median of $37,920 a year, −4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $37,920
- vs. U.S. median
- −4% ($39,460)
- Rank among states
- 26 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 3,380
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,710; the top 10% earn over $46,220. Nationally the range is $33,530 to $57,380.
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Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians pay in Texas
How much do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make in Texas?
The median is $37,920 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,710 and the top 10% earn over $46,220. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for ophthalmic laboratory technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 26 of 40 (−4% vs. the national median of $39,460). Living costs are not included.