Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians vs. Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators: Who Earns More?
Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricatorss out-earn Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicianss by $5K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicianss land at $39,460 and Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricatorss at $44,650. The education gap is real: ophthalmic laboratory technician programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while miscellaneous assemblers and fabricator programs require high school diploma or equivalent. Top-paying state for Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicianss is Connecticut ($62,410); for Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricatorss it's District of Columbia ($50,330).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicianss or Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricatorss?
Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricatorss earn more nationally. The median is $39,460 for Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicianss versus $44,650 for Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricatorss, a difference of $5K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians or Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians or Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators?
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians typically requires high school diploma or equivalent. Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators requires high school diploma or equivalent. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicianss get paid the most?
Connecticut is the top-paying state for Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicianss at $62,410/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians vs. Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In New Hampshire, Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicianss earn $59,460 vs. $46,940 for Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricatorss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.