Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in North Carolina
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in North Carolina earn a median of $45,150 a year, −1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $45,150
- vs. U.S. median
- −1% ($45,570)
- Rank among states
- 26 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,630
Pay range in North Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,260; the top 10% earn over $61,970. Nationally the range is $35,700 to $61,940.
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Ophthalmic Medical Technicians pay in North Carolina
How much do ophthalmic medical technicians make in North Carolina?
The median is $45,150 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,260 and the top 10% earn over $61,970. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is North Carolina a good state for ophthalmic medical technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 26 of 51 (−1% vs. the national median of $45,570). Living costs are not included.