Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in California
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in California earn a median of $54,490 a year, +20% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $54,490
- vs. U.S. median
- +20% ($45,570)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,500
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,780; the top 10% earn over $101,700. Nationally the range is $35,700 to $61,940.
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Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in California
How much do ophthalmic medical technicians make in California?
The median is $54,490 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,780 and the top 10% earn over $101,700. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for ophthalmic medical technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 51 (+20% vs. the national median of $45,570). Living costs are not included.