How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make in Tennessee?
$38,890a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmic medical technicians in Tennessee. That is $18.70 an hour or $3,241 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.70
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,870Median: $38,890Highest 10%: $60,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,870 | $15.80 | |
| 25th | $36,570 | $17.58 | |
| Median | $38,890 | $18.70 | |
| 75th | $47,010 | $22.60 | |
| 90th | $60,170 | $28.93 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $47,010 |
| Morristown, TN | $39,630 |
| Knoxville, TN | $39,140 |
| Memphis, TN | $38,630 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $37,430 |
| Johnson City, TN | $37,420 |
| Clarksville, TN | $36,640 |
| Jackson, TN | $36,620 |
| Kingsport, TN | $36,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmic medical technicians.
| 37. Missouri | $40,290 |
| 38. Georgia | $39,150 |
| 39. Kentucky | $38,990 |
| 40. Tennessee | $38,890 |
| 41. Louisiana | $38,750 |
| 42. New Mexico | $38,610 |
| 43. Idaho | $38,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmic medical technician make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $18.70 ($38,890 a year).
Do ophthalmic medical technicians make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $38,890 against $45,570 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for ophthalmic medical technician pay?
Tennessee ranks 40 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays ophthalmic medical technicians the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $47,010 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.