How much does an optician make in Tennessee?
$49,840a year
Median yearly pay for opticians in Tennessee. That is $23.96 an hour or $4,153 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.96
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,740Median: $49,840Highest 10%: $74,160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,740 | $16.70 | |
| 25th | $37,620 | $18.09 | |
| Median | $49,840 | $23.96 | |
| 75th | $63,100 | $30.34 | |
| 90th | $74,160 | $35.65 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $52,300 |
| Morristown, TN | $51,770 |
| Johnson City, TN | $51,010 |
| Knoxville, TN | $49,050 |
| Clarksville, TN | $47,660 |
| Memphis, TN | $47,620 |
| Jackson, TN | $47,480 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $47,140 |
| Kingsport, TN | $38,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for opticians.
| 12. New Hampshire | $51,980 |
| 13. Ohio | $50,500 |
| 14. North Carolina | $50,190 |
| 15. Tennessee | $49,840 |
| 16. Washington | $49,220 |
| 17. Oregon | $49,210 |
| 18. Maryland | $48,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optician make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $23.96 ($49,840 a year).
Do opticians make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $49,840 against $47,260 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for optician pay?
Tennessee ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays opticians the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $52,300 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.