Health Technician Ophthalmology Salary in the United States

How much does a Health Technician Ophthalmology make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Health Technician Ophthalmology in the United States is $336,237 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $162.

However, a Health Technician Ophthalmology's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $397,755
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $314,672 to $368,438
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $295,038
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Health Technician Ophthalmology Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $368,438 $30,703 $7,085 $177
Average $336,237 $28,020 $6,466 $162
25th Percentile $314,672 $26,223 $6,051 $151
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Key Factors That Influence Health Technician Ophthalmology Salaries

A Health Technician Ophthalmology's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Health Technician Ophthalmology Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Health Technician Ophthalmology's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $329,648
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $331,145
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $332,643
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $334,740
  • Expert (over 8 years): $340,381
Levels Salary
Entry Level Health Technician Ophthalmology$329,648
Intermediate Level Health Technician Ophthalmology$331,145
Senior Level Health Technician Ophthalmology$332,643
Specialist Level Health Technician Ophthalmology$334,740
Expert Level Health Technician Ophthalmology$340,381
$329,648 0 yr
$331,145 < 2 yrs
$332,643 2-4 yrs
$334,740 5-8 yrs
$340,381 > 8 yrs
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How Do Health Technician Ophthalmology Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Health Technician Ophthalmologies. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $372,282.
  • California: $370,869.
  • Massachusetts: $365,927.

Top Paying Cities for Health Technician Ophthalmologies

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $424,096
  • San Francisco: $419,926
  • Oakland: $410,613

What Skills Can Increase a Health Technician Ophthalmology's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 3.98% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Wound Care (Mentioned in 5.42% Job Postings): Decontaminating medical equipment and instruments from harmful microorganisms to avoid transmission of infectious pathogens to patients.
  • Medical Education (Mentioned in 3.18% Job Postings): Medical education is a course of study directed toward imparting knowledge and skills required for the prevention and treatment of diseases to persons seeking to become physicians.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 3.98%
Wound Care 5.42%
Medical Education 3.18%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Health Technician Ophthalmology's salary.
  • Geriatrics: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Geriatrics
 $390,035
16%
Collaboration
 $366,498
9%
Consulting
 $366,498
9%
Pediatric
 $366,498
9%
Leadership
 $356,411
6%
Interpersonal Relationships
 $356,411
6%
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How Education impacts a Health Technician Ophthalmology's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Health Technician Ophthalmologies enter the field with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Health Technician Ophthalmology with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent is between $319,280 and $346,739).

Health Technician Ophthalmology Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Health Technician Ophthalmology
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.7%
High School 2.7%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 0.0%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 97.3%
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Health Technician Ophthalmology Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Health Technician Ophthalmology's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$314,672
Average $336,237/year
$368,438
$26,223
Average $28,020/month
$30,703
$6,051
Average $6,466/week
$7,085
$151
Average $162/hour
$177
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $368,438 $30,703 $7,085 $177
Average $336,237 $28,020 $6,466 $162
25th Percentile $314,672 $26,223 $6,051 $151

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Salary Trends for Health Technician Ophthalmology

Salaries for a Health Technician Ophthalmology can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $230,160 in 2023 to around $224,997 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Health Technician Ophthalmology salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Health Technician Ophthalmology Over Time

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