Ophthalmic Medical Technician Salary in Hawaii (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in Hawaii, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Hawaii Median
$58,240
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.00
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+28% vs US median
US median $45,570
State Rank
#2 of 51
190 employed here

How much does an Ophthalmic Medical Technician make in Hawaii?

An Ophthalmic Medical Technician working in Hawaii earns a median salary of $58,240 per year, or about $28.00 per hour. That is 28% above the national median of $45,570 for this occupation.

Within Hawaii, entry-level pay starts around $40,370 while the top 10% make $64,850 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $48,510 and $59,850 a year.

Ophthalmic Medical Technician salary range in Hawaii

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$40,370$19.41
25th percentile (early career)$48,510$23.32
50th percentile (median)$58,240$28.00
75th percentile (experienced)$59,850$28.77
90th percentile (top earners)$64,850$31.18

How Hawaii compares

Hawaii ranks 2nd out of 51 states and territories for Ophthalmic Medical Technician pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Minnesota$63,080
2Hawaii$58,240
3Wisconsin$56,420
4California$54,490
5District of Columbia$50,790

Working as an Ophthalmic Medical Technician in Hawaii

Nationally, about 71,000 people work as Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Hawaii pay ($58,240) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Ophthalmic Medical Technician make in Hawaii?
The median Ophthalmic Medical Technician salary in Hawaii is $58,240 per year, or about $28.00 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $40,370 at the entry level to $64,850 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Hawaii pay compare to the national average?
Hawaii pays Ophthalmic Medical Technicians about 28% more than the national median of $45,570. Hawaii ranks 2nd out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Hawaii a good state for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians?
Yes on pay — Hawaii pays above the national median for this occupation, at $58,240 a year. About 190 Ophthalmic Medical Technicians are employed in Hawaii. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Hawaii?
The highest-paying occupations in Hawaii include Physician, All Other ($339,290), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($338,130), Psychiatrist ($289,990), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.