Ophthalmic Medical Technician salary in Nebraska
What ophthalmic medical technicians earn in Nebraska and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$45,210$21.74 per hour
vs U.S.−1%U.S. median $45,570
Middle half earn$38,950 – $48,340Top 10%: $53,350+
Jobs5301.13× the U.S. concentration
Ophthalmic Medical Technician pay in Nebraska cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NE-IA | $47,270 | $22.72 | 220 |
| Lincoln, NE | $45,330 | $21.79 | 130 |
| South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $39,320 | $18.91 | 70 |
| Grand Island, NE | $44,750 | $21.51 | 50 |
| Northeast Nebraska nonmetropolitan area | $40,560 | $19.50 | 50 |
Hospitals and jobs in Nebraska
Ophthalmic Medical Technician pay in similar states
Colorado · $46,260 North Dakota · $46,190 North Carolina · $45,150 Pennsylvania · $45,050 Delaware · $44,540 Iowa · $44,030
Other healthcare salaries in Nebraska
Registered Nurses · $84,730 Nursing Assistants · $40,000 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $36,150 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $62,660 Pharmacy Technicians · $46,610 Dental Assistants · $46,660 Pharmacists · $139,330 Medical Assistants · $47,370 Nurse Practitioners · $132,130 Physical Therapists · $97,090 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $60,540 Radiologic Technologists and Technicians · $72,860
Questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Nebraska?
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Nebraska earned a median of $45,210 a year ($21.74 an hour) in May 2025, about the same as the national median of $45,570. The middle half earned $38,950 to $48,340.
Where in Nebraska do ophthalmic medical technicians earn the most?
Among areas in Nebraska, pay was highest in Omaha, NE-IA at $47,270.
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.