Ophthalmic Medical Technician salary in Connecticut
What ophthalmic medical technicians earn in Connecticut and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$48,270$23.21 per hour
vs U.S.+6%U.S. median $45,570
Middle half earn$46,010 – $60,490Top 10%: $65,820+
Jobs7801.00× the U.S. concentration
Ophthalmic Medical Technician pay in Connecticut cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $49,330 | $23.72 | 270 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | $46,630 | $22.42 | 240 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $47,030 | $22.61 | 110 |
| New Haven, CT | $47,370 | $22.77 | 80 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT | $45,770 | $22.00 | 50 |
Hospitals and jobs in Connecticut
Ophthalmic Medical Technician pay in similar states
New Hampshire · $49,110 New Jersey · $49,050 Washington · $48,840 New York · $48,440 Maine · $48,120 Montana · $47,290
Other healthcare salaries in Connecticut
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $38,990 Registered Nurses · $102,740 Nursing Assistants · $44,790 Medical Assistants · $47,430 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $73,690 Pharmacy Technicians · $47,050 Physicians, All Other · $214,990 Physical Therapists · $104,360 Dental Assistants · $56,850 Nurse Practitioners · $138,470 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $65,310 Physician Assistants · $139,860
Questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Connecticut?
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Connecticut earned a median of $48,270 a year ($23.21 an hour) in May 2025, 6% more than the national median of $45,570. The middle half earned $46,010 to $60,490.
Where in Connecticut do ophthalmic medical technicians earn the most?
Among areas in Connecticut, pay was highest in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT at $49,330.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.