What ophthalmic medical technicians earn in Oregon and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medford, OR | $46,360 | $22.29 | 120 |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $47,950 | $23.05 | 110 |
| Bend, OR | $59,990 | $28.84 | 100 |
| Albany, OR | $45,850 | $22.04 | 40 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $50,020 | $24.05 | 30 |
| Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $45,550 | $21.90 | 30 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $62,390 | $29.99 | – |
| Salem, OR | $50,600 | $24.33 | – |
| Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $36,670 | $17.63 | – |
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Oregon earned a median of $50,020 a year ($24.05 an hour) in May 2025, 10% more than the national median of $45,570. The middle half earned $46,800 to $64,510.
Among areas in Oregon, pay was highest in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA at $62,390.
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.