How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make in Tennessee?
$37,370a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in Tennessee. That is $17.97 an hour or $3,114 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.97
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,880Median: $37,370Highest 10%: $51,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,880 | $16.29 | |
| 25th | $36,430 | $17.51 | |
| Median | $37,370 | $17.97 | |
| 75th | $41,140 | $19.78 | |
| 90th | $51,750 | $24.88 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chattanooga, TN | $43,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic laboratory technicians.
| 25. Florida | $38,020 |
| 26. Texas | $37,920 |
| 27. Pennsylvania | $37,680 |
| 28. Tennessee | $37,370 |
| 29. Indiana | $37,360 |
| 30. Louisiana | $37,160 |
| 31. West Virginia | $37,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic laboratory technician make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $17.97 ($37,370 a year).
Do ophthalmic laboratory technicians make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $37,370 against $39,460 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for ophthalmic laboratory technician pay?
Tennessee ranks 28 of 40 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays ophthalmic laboratory technicians the most?
Chattanooga, TN-GA, with a median of $43,270 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.