Opticians, Dispensing pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for opticians, dispensing is $23.96 an hour ($49,840 a year). About 1,530 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($47,260). Tennessee ranks 15th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for opticians, dispensing in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.70 | $34,740 |
| 25% of workers | $18.09 | $37,620 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.96 | $49,840 |
| 75% of workers | $30.34 | $63,100 |
| 90% of workers | $35.65 | $74,160 |
Opticians, Dispensing pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $52,300 | 440 |
| Morristown | $51,770 | 50 |
| Johnson City | $51,010 | 60 |
| Knoxville | $49,050 | 190 |
| Clarksville | $47,660 | 60 |
| Memphis | $47,620 | 220 |
| Jackson | $47,480 | 60 |
| Chattanooga | $47,140 | 130 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $38,510 | 110 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for opticians, dispensing
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 5,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $39,570 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $41,920 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $38,890 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $46,990 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $47,940 |
| Pharmacy Aides | $30,170 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $49,180 |
| Optometrists | $134,170 |
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