Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in District of Columbia
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in District of Columbia earn a median of $50,790 a year, +11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $50,790
- vs. U.S. median
- +11% ($45,570)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- Not published
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,760; the top 10% earn over $64,400. Nationally the range is $35,700 to $61,940.
States ranked near District of Columbia
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Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in District of Columbia
How much do ophthalmic medical technicians make in District of Columbia?
The median is $50,790 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,760 and the top 10% earn over $64,400. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for ophthalmic medical technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 51 (+11% vs. the national median of $45,570). Living costs are not included.