Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in Illinois
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Illinois earn a median of $47,100 a year, +3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $47,100
- vs. U.S. median
- +3% ($45,570)
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,250
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,190; the top 10% earn over $60,490. Nationally the range is $35,700 to $61,940.
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Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in Illinois
How much do ophthalmic medical technicians make in Illinois?
The median is $47,100 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,190 and the top 10% earn over $60,490. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for ophthalmic medical technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 18 of 51 (+3% vs. the national median of $45,570). Living costs are not included.