Ophthalmic Medical Technicians Salary in North Central Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,340 -19.8% vs national
Median hourly $16.99
10th percentile $27,920
90th percentile $47,700
Employed locally 70
National median $44,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,920
    25th
    $28,120
    50th (median)
    $35,340
    75th
    $36,940
    90th
    $47,700

    Top-paying metros for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $101,440
    Durham-Chapel Hill, NC $65,000
    Duluth, MN-WI $61,880
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $60,810
    Minnesota $60,810
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $58,790

    Related occupations in North Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$76,190
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$50,780
    Pharmacy Technicians$36,770
    Nurse Practitioners$102,350
    Pharmacists$127,660
    Physical Therapists$107,780

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Ophthalmic Medical Technicians make per hour in North Central Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in North Central Tennessee is $16.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.10 or more per hour.

    Is North Central Tennessee above or below average for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Ophthalmic Medical Technicians salary in North Central Tennessee is 19.8% below the national median of $44,080. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Ophthalmic Medical Technicians in North Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $27,920 per year in North Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,120.